| | | Family | Scrophulariaceae | | Plant Type | | | Zone | USDA: 8a - 10b RHS: H - HH EGF: H4 - G1 Australia: 2 - 4 | | Care Level | low, easy, suitable for beginners. | | Height | 60 - 70 cm (2 ft) | | Spread | 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft) | | Light | full sun | | Soil Moisture | average to moist, well-drained | | Soil Type | clay to sandy | | Soil pH | acidic to alkaline | | | Description | Penstemon 'Stapleford Gem' (autumn beard-tongue) bears faded purple flowers during mid summer to mid autumn. This plant has deep green foliage. | | Typical Uses | Accent, border, container, cut flowers and mass planting. | | Special Characteristics | Hummingbirds and butterflies are attracted to Penstemon 'Stapleford Gem' . This plant has a natural ability to resist rabbits. | | |