NOVA 'Twilight' Beardtongue (Penstemon)

Terra Nova describes NOVA® ‘Twilight’ as an upright, clumping evergreen beardtongue with violet-blue flowers held above the plant. The company lists a 14-inch plant height and spread, flowering from June through October, and USDA zones 7–9. Its flower stems reach a listed 28 inches, a separate measure from the plant’s 14-inch height. [Terra Nova plant profile](https://www.terranovanurseries.com/product/penstemon-nova-twilight/) ## Flowers and placement Use the long bloom season in sunny beds or containers where the blue-violet flowers can be seen close up. Terra Nova lists this selection for cut flowers, mixed beds, cottage gardens and banks, and notes pollinator and hummingbird attraction as well as deer resistance. ## Growing conditions The profile specifies full sun, while Terra Nova’s product categories also list part shade. Garden conditions are average soil and average water, with well-drained soil. The grower warns that excess irrigation or fertilizer can be fatal and recommends gravel mulch around the crown to help protect against crown rot. ## Maintenance Plant in well-drained soil and avoid routinely wetting the crown; use a gravel mulch around the crown as Terra Nova advises. In containers, allow excess water to drain and adjust irrigation to local conditions.