Penstemon digitalis 'TNPENDB' ~ Monrovia® DAKOTA™ Burgundy Beardtongue endless-summer (2) Mark Bolin

(2) Mark Bolin

Its long panicles of fragrant white flowers bloom on old wood in summer attracting butterflies

Its fine flat sprays are a rich green that holds in winter

IMAGES: Maja Dumat from Deutschland (Germany)

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Penstemon digitalis 'TNPENDB' ~ Monrovia® DAKOTA™ Burgundy Beardtongue endless-summer (2) Mark BolinMonrovia Blackbeard Beardtongue is a compact native herbaceous perennial with dramatic purple black lance shaped foliage and sturdy upright matching stems. Airy panicles of violet buds open to small tubular lavender flowers with flaring ends that bloom from mid spring into summer. Grows best in partial sun and dry to medium well drained soil. Drought and heat tolerant. Type: Perennial Origins: Eastern N. America; GA Native Height: 1. 5' 2' Spread: 1