Beardtongue 'Midnight Masquerade'
Calling out for attention, Penstemon ‘Midnight Masquerade’ (Beardtongue) is a clump-forming perennial boasting a spectacular display of rich lavender purple flowers adorned with pure white interiors. Blooming profusely in early to midsummer, the blossoms are borne on upright dark stems just above the foliage of deep burgundy purple leaves. They attract scores of hummingbirds, butterflies and other beneficial pollinators. Easy to grow, fuss-free, drought and salt tolerant, this beardtongue selection is noted for its fuller, more refined habit, more vibrant flower color, and its more consistent, floriferous flowering performance. It is perfect for the border, for naturalizing, and for cut flowers.
| Hardiness |
3 - 8 |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Plantaginaceae |
| Genus | Penstemon |
| Common names | Beardtongue, Penstemon |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest | Summer (Early, Mid) |
| Height | 3' - 4' (90cm - 120cm) |
| Spread | 2' - 3' (60cm - 90cm) |
| Spacing | 30" (80cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Low, Average |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy |
| Tolerance | Drought, Salt |
| Attracts | Birds, Hummingbirds, Bees |
| Garden Uses | Beds And Borders |
| Garden Styles | Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow |
| Hardiness |
3 - 8 |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Plantaginaceae |
| Genus | Penstemon |
| Common names | Beardtongue, Penstemon |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest | Summer (Early, Mid) |
| Height | 3' - 4' (90cm - 120cm) |
| Spread | 2' - 3' (60cm - 90cm) |
| Spacing | 30" (80cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Low, Average |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy |
| Tolerance | Drought, Salt |
| Attracts | Birds, Hummingbirds, Bees |
| Garden Uses | Beds And Borders |
| Garden Styles | Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow |
How many Penstemon ‘Midnight Masquerade’ (Beardtongue) do I need for my garden?
| Plant | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|
| Penstemon ‘Midnight Masquerade’ (Beardtongue) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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