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| Family | Scrophulariaceae | | Plant Type | | | Zone | USDA: 8a - 10b RHS: H - HH EGF: H4 - G1 Australia: 2 - 4
| | Care Level | medium | | Height | 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft) | | Spread | 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in) | | Light | full sun | | Soil Moisture | average to moist, well-drained | | Soil Type | clay to sandy | | Soil pH | acidic to alkaline |
| | Description | Penstemon 'Blackbird' (autumn beard-tongue) bears faded purple blooms during mid-summer to mid-fall. This plant has deep green foliage. | | Typical Uses | Accent, border, container, cut flowers and mass planting. | | Special Characteristics | Penstemon 'Blackbird' attracts hummingbirds and butterflies to your garden. Penstemon 'Blackbird' is noted for being naturally resistant to rabbits. | | |
