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Penstemon 'Blue Riding Hood' PP23066

Also Known As

  • Penstemon barbatus 'Riding Hood Blue'
  • Riding Hood Blue Beard Tongue

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 12"-24"
  • W: 12"-24"

planting zones

  • 5a-8b

Penstemon 'Blue Riding Hood' PP23066 plant details

Penstemon 'Blue Riding Hood' PP23066 is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer blue, pink and purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Penstemon 'Blue Riding Hood' PP23066

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: plantaginaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: blue, pink and purple blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Penstemon 'Blue Riding Hood' PP23066

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Tubular true blue flowers on slender stems bloom for most of the summer. Flowers may also have hints of purple or pink. A good cut flower. Beautiful foliage.

Gardening facts about Penstemon 'Blue Riding Hood' PP23066 plant

How to Grow Penstemon 'Blue Riding Hood' PP23066

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Flower Color

    • pink
    • blue
    • purple
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen

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