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Royal Beard Tongue |
Description
This shrubby perennial produces spectacular, blue purple, tubular flowers on spikes, which is quite attractive to hummingbirds. Royal Beard Tongue can reach a mature size of about 3'-4' tall and wide. It is native to Southern California. It is best planted in the fall and blooms from spring through summer.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Design Styles
Desert, Englishcottage, Meadow, Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish, Wildgarden
Accenting Features
Showyflower
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Bank, Background, Perennial Border, Shrub Border, Parkingstrip, Patio, Raisedplanter, Withrocks
Special Uses
Cutflowers, Filler, Massplanting, Fireresistant, Naturalizing
Attracts Wildlife
Hummingbirds
Water Saving Tip:
Going "green" in your garden could save you 50,000 gallons of water each year and cut your maintenance by 60%.
