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Penstemon barbatus ‘Twizzle Purple’


Beard-tongue

USDA Zone: 3-9

Plant number: 1.405.230


Beard-tongues are native North American wildflowers, available in a surprising range of colours, heights and textures. This hybrid selection is an award winner. Plants form a low clump of green foliage, with upright spikes appearing in mid-summer. Trumpet-shaped, vibrant purple flowers are attractive in the border and useful for cutting. Butterfly and hummingbird magnet. An excellent low-maintenance perennial, especially for hot, dry sites.

Further details for
Penstemon barbatus ‘Twizzle Purple’

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
  Full Sun
Soil Type
  Normal or
  Sandy
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
  Dry
Care Level
  Easy
Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
  Purple
Blooming Time
  Mid Summer
  Late Summer
  Early Fall
Foliage Color
  Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Attracts Butterflies
  Attracts Hummingbirds
  Border
  Containers
  Cut Flower
  Drought Tolerant
  Rabbit Resistant
  Massed
  Wild Flower
Flower Head Size
  Large
Height
   60-80 cm
   23-31 inches
Spread
   30-45 cm
   12-18 inches
Foot Traffic
   None

Growth Rate
   Medium












Penstemon barbatus ‘Twizzle Purple’


Beard-tongue

USDA Zone: 3-9

Plant number: 1.405.230


Beard-tongues are native North American wildflowers, available in a surprising range of colours, heights and textures. This hybrid selection is an award winner. Plants form a low clump of green foliage, with upright spikes appearing in mid-summer. Trumpet-shaped, vibrant purple flowers are attractive in the border and useful for cutting. Butterfly and hummingbird magnet. An excellent low-maintenance perennial, especially for hot, dry sites.

Further details for
Penstemon barbatus ‘Twizzle Purple’

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
  Full Sun
Soil Type
  Normal or
  Sandy
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
  Dry
Care Level
  Easy
Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
  Purple
Blooming Time
  Mid Summer
  Late Summer
  Early Fall
Foliage Color
  Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Attracts Butterflies
  Attracts Hummingbirds
  Border
  Containers
  Cut Flower
  Drought Tolerant
  Rabbit Resistant
  Massed
  Wild Flower
Flower Head Size
  Large
Height
   60-80 cm
   23-31 inches
Spread
   30-45 cm
   12-18 inches
Foot Traffic
   None

Growth Rate
   Medium