Penstemon 'Blackbeard' PP30052

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 2'-3'
W: 1'-2'

planting zones

3a-9b

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Penstemon 'Blackbeard' PP30052 plant details

Penstemon 'Blackbeard' PP30052 is a broadleaf evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial with black, burgundy and purple foliage. In spring and summer lavender flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees, 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 average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Penstemon 'Blackbeard' PP30052

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: plantaginaceae
Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen black, burgundy and purple
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in spring and summer
Uses: border plant, cutting garden, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Penstemon 'Blackbeard' PP30052

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat, humidity and seaside / salt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Penstemon digitalis 'Blackbeard' is a tall, cold-hardy, low-maintenance beardtongue bred for its attractive, dark purple stems and dark purple, almost black foliage, a fuller and more refined habit with consistent, vibrant flower power. It will reach 28 to 34 inches tall with a 24 inch spread displaying multiple vertical flower spikes of tubular lilac-purple flowers with white interiors followed by dark burgundy seed pods. Drought and salt tolerant once established. Great for vertical and aesthetic appeal in mixed beds, cottage and rock gardens. Plant in drifts for impressive displays! Hummingbird and pollinator magnet. Deer resistant. A Canadian native from Ontario to Nova Scotia.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

Tough perennial 2.5’- 3’ tall stems rising from 2’ wide, tight clumps of stunning, rich purple-black foliage, loads of tubular, lavender-lilac blooms May > July. Sturdy stems are non-flop and don’t require staking. Full sun, average soil, water when dry (drought tolerant). Attracts hummers, easy to grow.