Penstemon digitalis 'Dakota Burgundy' | Dakota Burgundy Beardtongue
DESCRIPTION
Penstemon digitalis 'Dakota Burgundy' is a compact, bushy perennial that blooms from early to mid-summer, producing tubular flowers in shades of lavender, violet, and pink. Originating from hybridization efforts involving native beardtongues such as Penstemon digitalis and Penstemon calycosus, this cultivar was introduced by Terra Nova Nurseries in Oregon.
The plant features glossy, purple-black foliage that matures to dark green, providing year-round visual interest. Its dense, well-branched habit and excellent vigor make it a reliable choice for gardens, while its flowers attract hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies. 'Dakota Burgundy' is also deer-resistant, adding to its appeal in various landscape settings.
DESCRIPTION
Penstemon digitalis 'Dakota Burgundy' is a compact, bushy perennial that blooms from early to mid-summer, producing tubular flowers in shades of lavender, violet, and pink. Originating from hybridization efforts involving native beardtongues such as Penstemon digitalis and Penstemon calycosus, this cultivar was introduced by Terra Nova Nurseries in Oregon.
The plant features glossy, purple-black foliage that matures to dark green, providing year-round visual interest. Its dense, well-branched habit and excellent vigor make it a reliable choice for gardens, while its flowers attract hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies. 'Dakota Burgundy' is also deer-resistant, adding to its appeal in various landscape settings.
DESCRIPTION
Penstemon digitalis 'Dakota Burgundy' is a compact, bushy perennial that blooms from early to mid-summer, producing tubular flowers in shades of lavender, violet, and pink. Originating from hybridization efforts involving native beardtongues such as Penstemon digitalis and Penstemon calycosus, this cultivar was introduced by Terra Nova Nurseries in Oregon.
The plant features glossy, purple-black foliage that matures to dark green, providing year-round visual interest. Its dense, well-branched habit and excellent vigor make it a reliable choice for gardens, while its flowers attract hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies. 'Dakota Burgundy' is also deer-resistant, adding to its appeal in various landscape settings.
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Family: Plantaginaceae
Height: 30–36 inches
Width: 18-24 inches
Flower color: Lavender to violet to pink
Foliage color: Deep red to bronze, maturing to dark green
Bloom time: Early to mid-summer
Light requirements: Full sun
Water requirements: Medium
Maintenance: Low; remove spent flowers to encourage rebloom; cut back in late winter or early spring
Growing zone: USDA zones 3–8
Wildlife attractors: Attracts hummingbirds
