Blackbeard Beard Tongue

Botanical Name: Penstemon 'Blackbeard'

Courtesy of Walters Gardens

About Blackbeard Beard Tongue

Fabulous dark maroon (almost black) foliage adds three season garden interest. In May, clusters of lavender, tubular flowers bloom are followed by clusters of small burgundy seed pods. It is a tough, easy to grow perennial for sunny beds and borders.

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Plant Details

Common Name:

Blackbeard Beard Tongue

Leaf Color:

Maroon

Leaf Fall Color

Maroon

Bloom Time:

May-Jun

Sun Exposure:

Likes Sun to Part Sun

Growth Rate:

Medium

Mature Shape:

Upright

Mature Height:

24in to 30in

Mature Width:

18in to 24in

Attributes:

Tolerates Dry Soils
Attracts HummingBirds
Attracts Pollinators
Deer – low browse