Penstemon 'Port Wine'

Also Known As

Port Wine Beardtongue

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 3'
W: 3'

planting zones

7a-9b

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Penstemon 'Port Wine' plant details

Penstemon 'Port Wine' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer purple and white flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Penstemon 'Port Wine'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: plantaginaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT wide, 3 FT tall
Flowers: purple and white blooms in spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Penstemon 'Port Wine'

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A vigorous, sprawling perennial, carrying white throated, wine-purple, trumpet shaped flowers throughout the warmer months. Deep green lance shaped leaves are symmetrically arranged on tall, erect stems. Give space to root into the ground. Cut spent stems back to vigorous new shoots.Penstemons are tough, love poor soil and don't mind dry conditions and heat, just provide good drainage.