Margarita Bop Beardtongue
Penstemon heterophyllus 'Margarita BOP'
SKU
02851
Foot-long spikes of yellow-tinged buds open to violet-blue flowers in spring through fall. Narrow, deep green leaves contrast well with the blooms. Makes a great addition to rock gardens as well as low water use borders and beds. Herbaceous perennial.
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Full sun, Partial sun
Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
THIS PLANT MAY BE AVAILABLE IN THESE STORES:
Due to the seasonal nature of plants, availability at your local garden center is not guaranteed. Give them a call before visiting.
- Grand Lake Ace Hardware
1221 Grand Ave. Piedmont CA 94610
- East Bay Nursery
2332 San Pablo Ave. Berkeley CA 94702
- Mcdonnell Nursery
196 Moraga Way Orinda CA 94563
- Orchard Nursery & Florist
4010 Mt. Diablo Blvd. Lafayette CA 94549
| Average Size at Maturity | Fast growing, 2 ft. tall and wide. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Spring through Summer |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Flower Attribute | Flowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | Violet-blue |
| Foliage Color | Dark Green |
| Garden Style | Contemporary, Cottage, Mediterranean |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container |
| Light Needs | Full sun, Partial sun |
| Special Feature | Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Waterwise, Benefits Birds |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Watering Needs | Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry. |
Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Watering can be reduced after establishment. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer. Tolerant of drought conditions once established.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 6-10
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone: 10
Good to grow!