Penstemon 'Violet Kissed'

Also Known As

Penstemon x gloxinioides 'Violet Kissed'
Violet Kissed Beard Tongue

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 18"-24"
W: 10"-15"

planting zones

7a-10b

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Penstemon 'Violet Kissed' plant details

Penstemon 'Violet Kissed' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer lavender and white flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Penstemon 'Violet Kissed'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: plantaginaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 10 IN - 15 IN - wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender and white blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: border plant, cutting garden, long-blooming, rock garden, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Penstemon 'Violet Kissed'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Aptly named for the vivid, pouty violet-purple “lips” that contrast so sweetly with the pale, white throats of these LARGE (1.5” across) tubular blooms that erupt massively from fuzzy, dark green evergreen foliage. Growing to 2’ high by 15” across, butterflies, bees and hummingbirds queue for their turn at a smooch from this LONG-BLOOMING (Summer through the first heavy frost!) shrublet. Cut back the stems in March for a tidy plant that overflows with flowers through the bloom season - remove spent stems in the summer to keep the show going. Needs VERY well-draining soil – a little gravel and a bit of organic compost mixed into the soil is recommended for happy roots. A perfect choice for a rock garden, or for xeriscaping – a bit of regular water is good, but avoid overwatering!