Penstemon barbatus Pristine™ Blue

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  • Botanical: Penstemon barbatus 'Pristine Blue'
  • Common: Pristine Blue Penstemon
  • Habit: Upright, clump-forming perennial
  • Mature Size: 2-3 ft tall and 1-2 ft wide
  • USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-8
  • Bloom Time: Late spring into early summer
  • Bloom: True blue, trumpet-shaped flowers on tall spikes, highly attractive to hummingbirds and bees for a lively garden.
  • Care: Prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Drought tolerant once established. Deadhead to encourage reblooming.
  • This plant is often considered deer resistant, though hungry deer may sample it.

DESCRIPTION

Pristine Blue Penstemon is a standout perennial prized for its abundant, true blue trumpet-shaped flowers on tall, upright spikes. It delivers a spectacular vertical display in sunny gardens from late spring into early summer, attracting hummingbirds and beneficial pollinators with its nectar-rich blooms. This low-maintenance plant forms tidy clumps of lance-shaped foliage and thrives with good drainage, making it perfect for cottage gardens, border plantings, or xeriscapes where a pop of cool blue is desired.

PLANTING & CARE

Plant in full sun in well-drained soil. Water regularly to establish, then becomes drought tolerant. Deadhead spent flower spikes to encourage a longer blooming period. Cut back in late fall or early spring.

Penstemon barbatus Pristine™ Blue

Penstemon barbatus Pristine™ Blue

$13.99
$13.99