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Harlequin™ Magenta Beardtongue
Penstemon 'TNPENHM' PPAF
Pronunciation: PEN-stem-on
SKU #43415
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE:
Fast growing; quickly reaches 22 in. tall, 16 in. wide.
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| Description | So much color and vertical interest! This easy-growing, disease-resistant plant with a bushy, compact habit and very long bloom period thrives even in poor, dry soils and loves full sun, making it very valuable for Western regions. Produces a profusion of showy, upright spikes of white-throated, magenta-red flowers. An herbaceous perennial. |
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| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Improved Pest and Disease Resistance, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Drought Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Accent |
| Flower Color | Purplish-pink |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Maiden Grass (Miscanthus); Coneflower (Echinacea); Russian Sage (Perovskia); Switch Grass (Panicum); Sedum (Sedum) |
| Care Instructions | Prefers average to lean, well-drained soils; highly adaptable. Water regularly in first growing season to establish root system; once established, tolerates periodic drought. Feed sparingly during growing season. Remove spent flowers to encourage continuous bloom. Cut back old foliage before new growth emerges in early spring. |
| History | Developed by Terra Nova in Canby, Oregon. |
Details
| Description | So much color and vertical interest! This easy-growing, disease-resistant plant with a bushy, compact habit and very long bloom period thrives even in poor, dry soils and loves full sun, making it very valuable for Western regions. Produces a profusion of showy, upright spikes of white-throated, magenta-red flowers. An herbaceous perennial. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Improved Pest and Disease Resistance, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Drought Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Accent |
|---|---|
| Flower Color | Purplish-pink |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Maiden Grass (Miscanthus); Coneflower (Echinacea); Russian Sage (Perovskia); Switch Grass (Panicum); Sedum (Sedum) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Prefers average to lean, well-drained soils; highly adaptable. Water regularly in first growing season to establish root system; once established, tolerates periodic drought. Feed sparingly during growing season. Remove spent flowers to encourage continuous bloom. Cut back old foliage before new growth emerges in early spring. |
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History
| History | Developed by Terra Nova in Canby, Oregon. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Harlequin™ Magenta Beardtongue produce flowers?
Summer
Is Harlequin™ Magenta Beardtongue evergreen or deciduous?
Harlequin™ Magenta Beardtongue is Herbaceous.
What are the special features of Harlequin™ Magenta Beardtongue?
Harlequin™ Magenta Beardtongue is Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Improved Pest and Disease Resistance, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form.
Is Harlequin™ Magenta Beardtongue resistant to pests or animals?
Drought Tolerant
How fast does Harlequin™ Magenta Beardtongue grow?
Harlequin™ Magenta Beardtongue has a Fast growth rate.
Where can I use Harlequin™ Magenta Beardtongue in my landscape?
Harlequin™ Magenta Beardtongue is suitable for: Border, Container, Accent.
What color are Harlequin™ Magenta Beardtongue flowers?
Harlequin™ Magenta Beardtongue produces Purplish-pink flowers.
What color is the foliage of Harlequin™ Magenta Beardtongue?
Harlequin™ Magenta Beardtongue has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Harlequin™ Magenta Beardtongue?
Good companion plants for Harlequin™ Magenta Beardtongue include: Maiden Grass (Miscanthus); Coneflower (Echinacea); Russian Sage (Perovskia); Switch Grass (Panicum); Sedum (Sedum).
How do I care for Harlequin™ Magenta Beardtongue?
Prefers average to lean, well-drained soils; highly adaptable. Water regularly in first growing season to establish root system; once established, tolerates periodic drought. Feed sparingly during growing season. Remove spent flowers to encourage continuous bloom. Cut back old foliage before new growth emerges in early spring.
What is the history of Harlequin™ Magenta Beardtongue?
Developed by Terra Nova in Canby, Oregon.
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.