I trialed two of these as part of a water conservation native plant collection 2 years ago in Athens, Georgia. They were large plants when planted, and they survived very well during drought as well as the 11 degree cold this past winter. The attractive purple foliage remains all winter, then new foliage appears with the flower stalks in spring - it is lovely all year round. The voracious deer haven't touched it. This one is a definite 'winner', and more will be planted in the pollinator garden.
'Midnight Masquerade' Beardtongue Penstemon hybrid
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36 - 40 Inches28 - 32 Inches28 - 32 Inches91cm - 1.0m71cm - 81cm71cm - 81cmFeatures
The perfect landscape perennial! Deep burgundy purple leaves look attractive all season long and form a tall, full and refined habit. Rich lavender purple flowers with pure white interiors top the foliage on dark stems.
Award WinnerFoliage InterestDrought TolerantSalt TolerantAttracts:BeesHummingbirdsNative to North AmericaCharacteristics
Plant Type:PerennialHeight Category:MediumGarden Height:36 - 40 Inches 91cm - 1.0mSpacing:28 - 32 Inches 71cm - 81cmSpread:28 - 32 Inches 71cm - 81cmFlower Colors:PurpleFlower Colors:WhiteFlower Shade:Lavender purple with white interiorsFoliage Colors:PurpleFoliage Shade:Deep eggplant purpleHabit:UprightContainer Role:ThrillerPlant Needs
Light Requirement:SunThe optimum amount of sun or shade each plant needs to thrive: Full Sun (6+ hours), Part Sun (4-6 hours), Full Shade (up to 4 hours).
Maintenance Category:EasyBloom Time:SummerHardiness Zones:3a, 3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8bWater Category:AverageSoil Fertility Requirement:Average SoilSoil Fertility Requirement:Fertile SoilSoil PH Category:Neutral SoilUses:Border PlantUses:Cut FlowerUses:Mass PlantingMaintenance Notes:This easy-to-grow perennial performs best in full sun and dry to average, well-drained soil. Mulch lightly in winter.
'Midnight Masquerade' Penstemon hybrid USPP 29,603, Can 6,262 -
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