'Dark Towers' Beardtongue produces light pink trumpet shaped flowers on tall stems in May and June, displayed over wine red basal leaves. Somewhat taller than P. 'Huskers Red', and darker in foliage and flower color, Penstemon 'Dark Towers' is an introduction from Dale Lindgren on the University of Nebraska. 'Dark Towers' makes an excellent cut flower, and is a good garden attractant for both butterflies and hummingbirds.
Height
36 Inches
Spread
24 Inches
Bloom Color
Pink
USDA Hardiness Zone
4
Current Availability
Qty Avail
Description
Comments
Future Crop
Future Crop Ready Date
107
Penstemon digitalis Dark Towers #1 (NATIVE-pale pink)
Characteristics & Attributes
Attributes
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Cut Flower
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Deer Resistant
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Native
Soil Conditions
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Average
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Dry
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Sandy
Bloom Time
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Spring
Exposure
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Sun
Attracts Wildlife
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Attracts Butterflies
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Attracts Hummingbirds
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Attracts Pollinators
Tolerance
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Salt Tolerant
Foliage Color
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Burgundy/Purple/Red
Companion Plants to Penstemon digitalis 'Dark Towers'