Penstemon barbatus 'Pinacolada Series-Violet'

Beardtongue

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Common Name:

Beardtongue

Plant Type:

Annual

Flower color:

Foliage color:

Green

Sun (From 0 to 5):

4

Water (From 0 to 5):

2

Maximum temperature:

30°C

Minimum temperature:

7°C

Maximum height:

30 cm

Maximum width:

20 cm

Beardtongue (Penstemon barbatus 'Pinacolada Series-Violet') - Description

Penstemon barbatus Pintilde;acoladatrade; Series-Violet was introduced by S &G Flowers and is a sun-loving, drought-tolerant perennial that will attract hummingbirds. In early to mid-summer violet-purple flowers are produced on panicles of well-branched, compact, uniformed plants. Penstemon barbatus Pintilde;acoladatrade; Series-Violet is disease resistant, easy to grow, and is perfect for cut floral bouquets.

Beardtongue (Penstemon barbatus 'Pinacolada Series-Violet') - Blooming

Panicles of tubular or bell-shaped, two lipped flowers. Blooms attract hummingbirds.

Beardtongue (Penstemon barbatus 'Pinacolada Series-Violet') - Growth

Deciduous or evergreen perennials and subshrubs with linear to lance-shaped leaves. Grows best in full sun or partial shade. Works well in a border or rock garden.

Beardtongue (Penstemon barbatus 'Pinacolada Series-Violet') - Planting

Divide plants in spring, take cuttings in spring or summer, or use seeds.

Beardtongue (Penstemon barbatus 'Pinacolada Series-Violet') - Pest

Slugs and snails are a threat to young growth. Penstemon is vulnerable to Southern blight, powdery mildew, leaf spots, and rust.

Beardtongue (Penstemon barbatus 'Pinacolada Series-Violet') - Interesting facts

Penstemon contains a staminode, or sterile stamen, that is used as a characteristic to distinguish among the species.

Beardtongue (Penstemon barbatus 'Pinacolada Series-Violet') - Soil and irrigation

Well-drained, evenly moist soil. Water and mulch during dry weather. Dwarf and shrub species prefer poor to average, grainy soil with excellent drainage.