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Plant Habit: Herb/Forb
Life cycle: Perennial
Sun Requirements: Full Sun
Minimum cold hardiness: Zone 7a -17.8 °C (0 °F) to -15 °C (5 °F)
Maximum recommended zone: Zone 9b
Plant Height: 24 - 36 inches
Plant Spread: 18 - 24 inches
Leaves: Other: Glossy green foliage
Flowers: Showy
Flower Color: Purple
White
Bloom Size: Under 1"
Flower Time: Late spring or early summer
Summer
Late summer or early fall
Other: In the deep south, try in part shade. Cut back old flowering stems to encourage new flowers.
Suitable Locations: Xeriscapic
Uses: Cut Flower
Suitable as Annual
Wildlife Attractant: Bees
Butterflies
Hummingbirds
Resistances: Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant
Containers: Suitable in 3 gallon or larger
Needs excellent drainage in pots
Miscellaneous: Patent/Plant Breeders' Rights: PP 22567

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Trade name information:
Series: Taffy™
Cultivar name: 'Grape Taffy'
Common names
  • Penstemon
  • Pride of the Mountain

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Location: Jacksonville, TX
Date: 2015-05-04

Date: 2009-12-11
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Location: Jacksonville, TX
Date: 2015-05-04
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Location: Washington
Date: 2016-07-30
Location: Washington
Date: 2016-07-30
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