Beardtongue 'Blackbeard'
1 Gallon
$31.99
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Perennial · Zones 3–8
Penstemon
Beardtongue 'Blackbeard'
$31.99
The short version
A perennial for full sun or part sun.
Native variety. Bees can get in.
Zones 3–8Full sun · Part sunLow waterNot pet-safe
Stock
In stockTracking the day it leavesPromise
Arrives aliveOr we replace it. How
Spacing and size
18–24 in. apart.
Restocks and new drops, in the Shop app.
The story
Dark leaves, lavender bells.
Glossy, nearly black maroon foliage on upright stems, topped in late spring with clusters of lavender tubular flowers. Burgundy seed pods follow and keep the dark show going.
Light
Full sun for the darkest color. Part sun works.
Water
Water to establish; drought tolerant after.
Planting
Plant spring or early fall, crown at soil level, in soil that drains.
Three seasons of dark foliage plus a hummingbird-friendly bloom.
The facts
Size24–30 in. tall, 18–24 in. wideShowLate spring to early summerLightFull sun, Part sunZones3–8WaterLow, let it dryGood forNative variety, Deer-resistant, DroughtPetsNot pet-safe; keep out of reach
Who it feeds
Plays well with
Complete the planting.
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