Penstemon 'Dark Towers' PP20013
Beardtongue
Penstemon 'Dark Towers' PP20013
BeardtongueFrom the breeder of 'Husker Red', who improved on his own work. One of the best dark-leafed Penstemons available. Sturdy stems lined with deep purple leaves are topped with pink flowers which attract pollinators. Keeps its color even in high heat and drought conditions. Breeder: Dale Lindgren
Plant Details
- Zone: 3 - 8
- Height: 30-36"
- Spread: 18-30"
- Exposure: Full Sun
- Soil Moisture: Low Water Needs, Moderate Water Needs
- Drought tolerant: Yes, Once Established
- Bloom time: Early Summer, Midsummer
- Foliage Color: Purple Shades
- Flower Color: Pink Shades
- Fragrant: No
- Good Cut Flower: Yes
- Native: Nativar
- Deer resistant: Yes
- Rabbit resistant: No
- Bee-friendly: Yes
- Attracts butterflies: No
- Attracts hummingbirds: Yes
- Groundcover: No
- Roy Diblik Favorite: No
Plant Details
- Zone: 3 - 8
- Height: 30-36"
- Spread: 18-30"
- Exposure: Full Sun
- Soil Moisture: Low Water Needs, Moderate Water Needs
- Drought tolerant: Yes, Once Established
- Bloom time: Early Summer, Midsummer
- Foliage Color: Purple Shades
- Flower Color: Pink Shades
- Fragrant: No
- Good Cut Flower: Yes
- Native: Nativar
- Bee-friendly: Yes
- Deer resistant: Yes
- Rabbit resistant: No
- Attracts butterflies: No
- Attracts hummingbirds: Yes
- Groundcover: No
- Roy Diblik Favorite: No
Grower Information
- PowerPlug Size(s): 32s
- Optimal Planting Time: Spring
- Retail Sales Window: Summer
- Moisture in Production: Average, Consistent
- Requires Shade in Production: No
- Vernalization Required for Bloom: Yes
- Vernalization Beneficial: No