Penstemon 'Dakota Burgundy'
Botanical profile

Penstemon 'Dakota Burgundy'

Latin name
Penstemon Dakota™ Burgundy
Common name
Penstemon Dakota™ Burgundy
Type
Perennial
Family
Plantaginaceae

With its glossy, almost black purple leaves contrasting with its beautiful lavender-pink flowers, this is a beautiful addition to your flowerbeds. A robust, compact plant that is easy to grow.

Not recommended for pets
Not recommended for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

Hummingbirds
Flowers that attract hummingbirds

Hummingbirds

Deer
Less attractive or generally tolerated by deer

Deer

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 3
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Moderate
Fertilization
Fertilizer for flowering
Soil type
Well drained
Minimum temperature
'-40°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
July-August
Flower color
Red
Foliage color
Green
Shape
Erected
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
24 inches (61 cm)
Width
18 inches (45.5 cm)
Growth rate
Fast

The availability of our plants varies depending on arrivals, seasons, nursery production and supplier availability. Some varieties may be offered for a limited time only, depending on their natural cycle or current stock. These plant profiles are designed to guide and inspire you when choosing plants for the garden, landscaping projects, containers or long-lasting outdoor arrangements.

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