| | | Family | Scrophulariaceae | | Plant Type | | | Zone | USDA: 5a - 9b RHS: H - FH EGF: H1 - H5 Australia: 1 - 3 | | Care Level | low, easy, suitable for beginners. | | Height | 70 - 80 cm (2 - 2.5 ft) | | Spread | 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft) | | Light | full sun | | Soil Moisture | average, well-drained | | Soil Type | clay to sandy | | Soil pH | acidic to alkaline | | | Description | Penstemon 'Glacier' (beard-tongue) bears faded azure blossoms during early summer to mid-summer. This plant has deep green foliage. | | Typical Uses | Accent, border, container, cut flowers and mass planting. | | Special Characteristics | Butterflies are attracted to Penstemon 'Glacier' . This plant has a natural ability to resist rabbits, and it is tolerant of drought. | | |