Blackbeard Penstemon |Penstemon x 'Blackbeard' PP30052

Blackbeard Penstemon offers color and interest throughout the year. It grows 2-3 feet tall and 1-2 feet wide. Blackbeard Penstemon produces gorgeous deep purple tubular flowers with white centers. It grows on dark purple to burgundy foliage that produce crimson buds after the flowers fade.

Blackbeard Penstemon is native to the United States and is seen throughout the county. This hardy perennial is a great choice for its unique style and ability to add interest all year long. Its tubular flower shape makes it perfect for both bees and hummingbirds. While it flowers in summer, Blackbeard Penstemon’s dark purple, almost black, foliage adds interest from spring to fall.

Care:

Blackbeard Penstemon is truly a sun loving plant. Plant this beautiful perennial in moist well drained neutral soil in an area of full sun with at least 6 hours of sunlight daily. Avoid excess fertilizer and add a layer of mulch around the crowns to help insulate the roots. Blackbeard Penstemon should be divided every few years to improve air circulation.

Water the plant as needed to keep the soil moist but be sure not to over water, as Blackbeard Penstemon does not like soggy soil. Prune back Blackbeard Penstemon in fall after the frost has knocked back the blooms. When planting, dig a hole the same depth as the container that Blackbeard Penstemon came in and twice as wide. Water and backfill the soil.

Uses in the Landscape:

Blackbeard Penstemon is a versatile perennial that can be planted in many places around the landscape. Perfect for containers, it adds unique color and texture to bouquets and centerpieces. Use as a border plant in perennial gardens or as an accent plant. Plant in containers around the patio to add height and color. It is perfect to plant underneath windows or around mail boxes to add curb appeal. Blackbeard Penstemon is deer resistant, easy to grow, and low maintenance. It grows in zones 3-9 and attracts hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies, among other pollinators.

Ordering:

Our processing time usually is 1-3 days after receiving the order. Orders taken after 4:00 pm on Wednesday through Sunday will be shipped the following Monday.

Shipping:

The Plant Factory, Inc. offers the very best shipping processes to ensure quick, safe, and near-perfect results every time. Cold and heat may deter your order temporarily until it is safe to receive and plant your plants/trees in your area. At our discretion, we will hold order until the threat is gone, ensuring you with the healthiest and most viable product ordered: Summer- Above 95 degrees | Winter- Below 34 degrees.

Summer/Winter Shipping Restrictions – Summer above 95 degrees | Winter - Below 34 degrees

Just a heads up! We share pictures and videos on our site to showcase our products and highlight the quality of our growing process. However, depending on the season you purchase, you can receive a plant that is smaller or larger than what is presented. There's a chance you might see a plant blooming like the one on our site, but it's not guaranteed. We often trim off blooms since they don't travel well. When you buy our plants, think of it as a wonderful investment in your future garden! Enjoy the journey of nurturing them to their fullest potential.

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We grow our plants right here at our nursery! Our knowledgeable staff uses top-notch horticultural practices to make sure our plants are healthy and of the highest quality. We choose your plants with the same care and thoughtfulness as if we were picking them for ourselves. We aim to go above and beyond what our customers expect. We take pride in providing wonderful “out of the box” experiences, along with friendly customer service and speedy resolutions.