Penstemon Pristine Lilac Purple

An upright clumping variety with large sturdy stems that are stacked with dark purple flowers in summer, foliage is glossy and clean. A vigorous grower, loved by hummingbirds. Plant in full sun with well-drained soil, plant likes very little water.  Fertilize once per month for best results. Removing spent flower stems will encourage repeat blooming. Very cold hardy. Great blue plant for a hot dry area. Plant with artemisia, catananche, poppies, yucca, sedum, verbascum, butterfly weed, liatris, and yarrow.            

Zone 5-8.