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Penstemon 'Sunburst Amethyst'

Sunburst Amethyst beardtongue

This little gem is a complex hybrid between Mexican and American Penstemon species introduced by Jelitto in 2006. Compact plants are topped with very showy, rich purple flowers from June to September. Performs best in average to well-drained garden soil.


Height

20 Inches

Spread

20 Inches

Bloom Color

Purple

USDA Hardiness Zone 4-9

Interesting Notes

The Sunburst series are great for retail sales and landscape use - rock garden, planters, or sweeeping drifts in the border.

Growing and Maintenance Tips

First year flowering, requiring little maintenance.

Characteristics & Attributes

Critter Resistance
Deer Resistant
Growth Rate
Medium
Nature Attraction
Butterflies
Exposure
Full sun to part shade
Season of Interest (Flowering)
Late Summer
Late Spring / Early Summer
Summer
Season of Interest (Foliage)
Summer
Attributes
Native to US
Drought Tolerant
Container
Rock Garden
Mass Planting
Cut Flower
Border
Soil Moisture Needs
Average
Good Drainage