Penstemon virgatus | Blue Buckle | Beardtongue Ranunculus Apart from the fact that

Apart from the fact that it is drought tolerant once established

The leaves are deep green on the upper side and a beautiful grey-green on the underside

Aloe vera juice contains antibacterial

Not much pruning is required other than removing dead

Illustrated with works of art from the RHS Lindley Libraries

Penstemon virgatus | Blue Buckle | Beardtongue Ranunculus Apart from the fact thatPenstemon may be deciduous or evergreen perennials or subshrubs, with simple, narrow leaves and racemes or panicles of bell shaped or funnel shaped flowers in summer through to mid autumn. Penstemons are such good doers in the garden, providing so much colour for such a long season, with so many varieties to choose from. They also look fabulous planted 'en masse'! Penstemon Blue Buckle is a compact variety which has lovely rich blue purple flowers