Penstemon 'Delfts Blue Riding Hood' PP23065
Also Known As
- Penstemon barbatus 'Riding Hood Delft Blue'
- Riding Hood Delft Blue Beard Tongue
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 12"-24"
- W: 12"-24"
planting zones
- 5a-8b
Penstemon 'Delfts Blue Riding Hood' PP23065 plant details
Penstemon 'Delfts Blue Riding Hood' PP23065 is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer blue 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 'Delfts Blue Riding Hood' PP23065
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: plantaginaceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
- Flowers: blue and purple blooms in summer
- Uses: cutting garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Penstemon 'Delfts Blue Riding Hood' PP23065
- 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 deep blue flowers with purple infusions on slender stems bloom for most of the summer. A good cut flower. Beautiful foliage.
Gardening facts about Penstemon 'Delfts Blue Riding Hood' PP23065 plant
How to Grow Penstemon 'Delfts Blue Riding Hood' PP23065
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- blue
- purple
Wildlife
- bees
- hummingbirds
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
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