Penstemon procumbens 'Claude Barr'

Also Known As

Penstemon caespitosus 'Claude Barr'
Mat Penstemon

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 3"-6"
W: 12"-15"

planting zones

5a-9b

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Penstemon procumbens 'Claude Barr' plant details

Penstemon procumbens 'Claude Barr' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring and winter blue flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Penstemon procumbens 'Claude Barr'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: plantaginaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 15 IN - wide, 3 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in spring and winter

GROWING CONDITIONS for Penstemon procumbens 'Claude Barr'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This is generally listed as caespitosus in the trade however it is more likely a selection of procumbens, (which was once considered a subspecies of crandellii) indeed it differs little from wild type procumbens forming a creeping inch high mat that roots down. ZONE 5