Penstemon 'Prairie Dusk'

Also Known As

Prairie Dusk Beard Tongue

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 20"-23"
W: 12"-18"

planting zones

3a-8a

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Penstemon 'Prairie Dusk' plant details

Penstemon 'Prairie Dusk' is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and even moisture water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in acidic, alkaline, clay, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Penstemon 'Prairie Dusk'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: plantaginaceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 20 IN - 23 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, cutting garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Penstemon 'Prairie Dusk'

USDA Zones: 3a - 8a
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, alkaline, clay, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Penstemon 'Prairie Dusk' has rose-purple, trumpet-shaped flowers borne in profusion on thin spikes up to 30 inches high in early summer. Bright green foliage sets off the flowers. Use this beardtongue in prairie and informal gardens especially en masse for drama and vertical appeal. Drought tolerant, easy to grow and rarely bothered by insects or diseases. Hummingbird and bee attractor. Deer and rabbit resistant.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

Rosy-purple bugles light up these sturdy 20" stalks in early summer; much beloved by hummingbirds and gardeners alike. S/M/GDr

By: Forestfarm

One of the better hybrids, this being a cross between Penstemon strictus and P. barbatus. This has low water needs which is a plus and an exceptionally long flowering time - like all summer - which is an even bigger plus. Flower stems are less than 2' with large brilliant rose-pink flowers.