Midnight Masquerade Beardtongue is a dramatic native herbaceous perennial with  burgundy purple lance-shaped foliage and sturdy upright dark stems.  Airy panicles of small tubular rich lavender flowers with white interiors bloom in summer.  Grows best in partial sun and dry to medium well-drained soil.  Drought and heat tolerant.

MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance.  No serious pests or diseases.  Root rot can occur in poorly-drained soils.
LANDSCAPE USES:  Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Rock Gardens, Xeriscape Gardens, Naturalized Areas, and Containers.

COMPANION PLANTS: Purple Coneflower, Little Bluestem, Giant Hyssop

IMAGE: Photos by Proven Winners, 'Midnight Masquerade' Beardtongue