Penstemon 'Midnight Masquerade' PW #1 -Beardtongue
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Photo and Description Credit: Walters Gardens
Available April-May 2022
Common Name: Beardtongue, Penstemon
This Penstemon will help fill the gap in your lineup for a taller, attractive foliage option. 'Midnight Masquerade' produces a sturdy clump of deep burgundy purple leaves. The dark color of the foliage is most pronounced in direct UV sunlight. This variety's dark foliage can be enjoyed all season, but in bloom, the overall effect is stunning.
Rich lavender purple flowers have pure white interiors and are produced on dark stems just above the foliage. An improvement on other varieties, this superior selection boasts a fuller, more refined habit, more vibrant flower color, and a more consistent, floriferous flowering performance. A must-have addition to the sun perennial garden!
Like all of our Penstemons, this one takes the heat and humidity in stride but is also very cold hardy. It continues to provide terrific color in the landscape all season long.
Penstemons are very drought tolerant perennials that are easy to grow and are rarely bothered by insects or diseases. Plant them in full sun and watch as hummingbirds feast on their delicious nectar.
Height:
36.0-40.0 Inches
Spread:
28.0-32.0 Inches
Hardiness Zones:
3,4,5,6,7,8
Flower Color:
Pink shades
Foliage Color:
Near-black shades
Sunlight:
Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun)
Water Requirements:
Low Water NeedsAverage Water Needs
Attracts Wings:
Attracts HummingbirdsBee Friendly
Growth Rate:
Medium
Garden Style:
CottageEclecticPrairieRock Garden
Other Features:
Border PlantCut FlowerDrought TolerantEasy To GrowAttractive FoliageMass PlantingSalt Tolerant