ELECTRIC BLUE BEARDTONGUE -

15-18 Inches Tall 24-30 Inches Wide--

Penstemon 'Electric Blue' (a variety of P. heterophyllus) is a show-stopping perennial prized for its rare and intense floral color. It forms a low, mounded cushion of narrow, blue-green foliage that serves as a cool-toned base for upright spikes of tubular flowers. The blooms emerge in late spring as a vibrant shade of sky blue, often flushed with shimmering hints of purple or iridescent teal as they mature. This "electric" glow makes it a premier focal point in the garden and a high-priority target for hummingbirds and long-tongued bees seeking nectar.

Standing approximately 15 to 18 inches tall, 'Electric Blue' is a compact and tidy choice for the front of sunny borders, rock gardens, or gravelly slopes. It is exceptionally drought tolerant once established and thrives in the intense heat of summer, provided it is planted in lean, fast-draining soil. Hardy in USDA zones 6-9, 'Electric Blue' is famously sensitive to "wet feet" during the winter months, so excellent drainage is the absolute key to its longevity. Its deer and rabbit resistance makes it a reliable, low-maintenance option for gardeners looking to add a bolt of rare blue color to their landscape.

Penstemon heterophyllus 'Electric Blue'

Part Sun Shade

blue flower

Zone: 6