Penstemon ‘Onyx and Pearls’ PP32613

Penstemon ‘Onyx and Pearls’ PP32613

Beardtongue


Penstemon ‘Onyx and Pearls’ PP32613

Beardtongue

Dramatic contrast between deep purple-black foliage and white flowers with a hint of lavender at the base are the hallmark of this eye-catching nativar. Strong, burgundy stems hold the flowers upright for an attractive presentation in containers and in the landscape. Excellent heat and cold tolerance. Breeder: Walters Gardens.

Plant Details

  • Zone: 3 - 8
  • Height: 42
  • Spread: 38-42
  • Exposure: Full Sun
  • Soil Moisture: Low Water Needs, Moderate Water Needs
  • Drought tolerant: Yes, Once Established
  • Bloom time: Early Summer, Midsummer
  • Foliage Color: Near-Black Shades
  • Flower Color: White Shades
  • Fragrant: No
  • Good Cut Flower: Yes
  • Native: Not native to North America
  • Deer resistant: Yes
  • Rabbit resistant: No
  • Bee-friendly: Yes
  • Attracts butterflies: Yes
  • Attracts hummingbirds: No
  • Groundcover: No
  • Roy Diblik Favorite: No

Plant Details

  • Zone: 3 - 8
  • Height: 42
  • Spread: 38-42
  • Exposure: Full Sun
  • Soil Moisture: Low Water Needs, Moderate Water Needs
  • Drought tolerant: Yes, Once Established
  • Bloom time: Early Summer, Midsummer
  • Foliage Color: Near-Black Shades
  • Flower Color: White Shades
  • Fragrant: No
  • Good Cut Flower: Yes
  • Native: Not native to North America
  • Bee-friendly: Yes
  • Deer resistant: Yes
  • Rabbit resistant: No
  • Attracts butterflies: Yes
  • Attracts hummingbirds: No
  • 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