Garnet Penstemon

Penstemon 'Purple'

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Overview

Garnet Penstemon, Penstemon 'Purple', is a hardy perennial prized for its striking bell-shaped flowers in rich purple hues that bloom summer through fall. It has a clumping growth reaching 18-24 inches tall and about 12-18 inches wide. Attracts pollinators and resists deer. Thrives in well-drained soils and full to partial sun. Ideal for borders and wildflower gardens. USDA zones 7-9. Provide moderate water once established.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 7–9

Garnet Penstemon (Penstemon 'Purple') — It has a clumping growth reaching 18-24 inches tall and about 12-18 inches wide

Garnet Penstemon (Penstemon 'Purple') — It has a clumping growth reaching 18-24 inches tall and about 12-18 inches wide

Garnet Penstemon (Penstemon 'Purple') — Thrives in well-drained soils and full to partial sun

Garnet Penstemon (Penstemon 'Purple') — Ideal for borders and wildflower gardens

Garnet Penstemon (Penstemon 'Purple') — Provide moderate water once established

Garnet Penstemon (Penstemon 'Purple') — also referred to as Penstemon 'Purple'

Garnet Penstemon (Penstemon 'Purple') — is a captivating herbaceous perennial that brings striking color and texture to any garden

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 7–9

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Plantaginaceae

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Garnet Penstemon (Penstemon 'Purple') — Attracts pollinators and resists deer

Garnet Penstemon (Penstemon 'Purple') — It has a clumping growth reaching 18-24 inches tall and about 12-18 inches wide

Garnet Penstemon (Penstemon 'Purple') — Thrives in well-drained soils and full to partial sun

Garnet Penstemon (Penstemon 'Purple') — Ideal for borders and wildflower gardens

Garnet Penstemon (Penstemon 'Purple') — Provide moderate water once established

Garnet Penstemon (Penstemon 'Purple') — also referred to as Penstemon 'Purple'

Garnet Penstemon (Penstemon 'Purple') — is a captivating herbaceous perennial that brings striking color and texture to any garden

Garnet Penstemon (Penstemon 'Purple') — this plant is notable for its upright growth habit and robust foliage

Garnet Penstemon (Penstemon 'Purple') — Standing at approximately 18 to 24 inches tall with a similar spread

Garnet Penstemon (Penstemon 'Purple') — which are about 3 to 5 inches long

Garnet Penstemon (Penstemon 'Purple') — present a lush green backdrop for the vibrant blooms.<br><br>From early to midsummer

Garnet Penstemon (Penstemon 'Purple') — the Garnet Penstemon produces tubular flowers each about 1 inch long

Garnet Penstemon (Penstemon 'Purple') — rich purple hue with a gradient to a burgundy garnet

Garnet Penstemon (Penstemon 'Purple') — It requires full sun exposure to partial shade to achieve optimal growth and flowering

Garnet Penstemon (Penstemon 'Purple') — These blooms are arranged in panicles atop erect stems

Garnet Penstemon (Penstemon 'Purple') — Regular deadheading can encourage a longer blooming period and maintain a neat appearance

Garnet Penstemon (Penstemon 'Purple') — Moderate drought tolerance makes it fairly low-maintenance once established

Garnet Penstemon (Penstemon 'Purple') — With its bold color and alluring shape, the Garnet Penstemon is a gem for any garden setting

Garnet Penstemon (Penstemon 'Purple') — purple flowers in the garden

Garnet Penstemon (Penstemon 'Purple') — perennial with purple blooms

Garnet Penstemon (Penstemon 'Purple') — perennial for full

Garnet Penstemon (Penstemon 'Purple') — It has a clumping growth reaching 18-24 inches tall and about 12-18 inches wide; ideal for borders and wildflower

Garnet Penstemon (Penstemon 'Purple') — Attracts pollinators and resists deer; present a lush green backdrop for the vibrant blooms.<br><br>From early to

Garnet Penstemon (Penstemon 'Purple') — Thrives in well-drained soils and full to partial sun; with its bold color and alluring shape, the Garnet Penstemon is

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