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Penstemon 'Sour Grapes'

Family Scrophulariaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   6a - 10b   RHS:   H - HH   EGF:   H2 - G1   Australia:   1 - 4  
Care Level medium
Height 45 - 70 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Spread 40 - 60 cm (1 - 2 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture low to moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Penstemon 'Sour Grapes' (autumn beard-tongue) is repeat-blooming and bears showy, faded purple and fragrant blooms during early summer to mid fall. The glossy foliage is medium green in colour and medium in texture.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, bedding plant, border, container, cut flowers and mass planting.
Special Characteristics Hummingbirds and butterflies are attracted to Penstemon 'Sour Grapes' . This plant has a natural ability to resist rabbits, and it is tolerant of drought.