Penstemon schmidel 'Riding Hood Delft Blue' / BEARDTONGUE
Penstemon schmidel 'Riding Hood Delft Blue', also known as Beardtongue, is a captivating perennial with a unique and striking appearance. This variety features beautiful, bell-shaped flowers in a soft, pastel blue hue, which bloom profusely in late spring to early summer, attracting pollinators like hummingbirds and bees. The plant's narrow, lance-shaped leaves provide a lush green backdrop that complements the delicate blooms, creating a visually pleasing contrast. Riding Hood Delft Blue thrives in well-drained soil and full sun, making it a perfect choice for xeriscaping or dry gardens. With its vibrant color, compact size, and low-maintenance care, it makes an excellent addition to garden borders, containers, and mixed plantings.
· ORIGIN - Hybrid
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - Full sun
· FLOWER COLOR - deep blue violet
· HEIGHT - 23-29"
· HABIT - evergreen
· MOISTURE - drought tolerant
· HARDINESS ZONES - 5-9
Penstemon schmidel 'Riding Hood Delft Blue', also known as Beardtongue, is a captivating perennial with a unique and striking appearance. This variety features beautiful, bell-shaped flowers in a soft, pastel blue hue, which bloom profusely in late spring to early summer, attracting pollinators like hummingbirds and bees. The plant's narrow, lance-shaped leaves provide a lush green backdrop that complements the delicate blooms, creating a visually pleasing contrast. Riding Hood Delft Blue thrives in well-drained soil and full sun, making it a perfect choice for xeriscaping or dry gardens. With its vibrant color, compact size, and low-maintenance care, it makes an excellent addition to garden borders, containers, and mixed plantings.
· ORIGIN - Hybrid
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - Full sun
· FLOWER COLOR - deep blue violet
· HEIGHT - 23-29"
· HABIT - evergreen
· MOISTURE - drought tolerant
· HARDINESS ZONES - 5-9
Penstemon schmidel 'Riding Hood Delft Blue', also known as Beardtongue, is a captivating perennial with a unique and striking appearance. This variety features beautiful, bell-shaped flowers in a soft, pastel blue hue, which bloom profusely in late spring to early summer, attracting pollinators like hummingbirds and bees. The plant's narrow, lance-shaped leaves provide a lush green backdrop that complements the delicate blooms, creating a visually pleasing contrast. Riding Hood Delft Blue thrives in well-drained soil and full sun, making it a perfect choice for xeriscaping or dry gardens. With its vibrant color, compact size, and low-maintenance care, it makes an excellent addition to garden borders, containers, and mixed plantings.
· ORIGIN - Hybrid
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - Full sun
· FLOWER COLOR - deep blue violet
· HEIGHT - 23-29"
· HABIT - evergreen
· MOISTURE - drought tolerant
· HARDINESS ZONES - 5-9
