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. Type: Perennial Origins: Hybrid Height: 3' - 3.5' Spread: 2' - 2.5' Spacing: 2.5' USDA Hardiness Zone: 3 - 8 Culture: Full Sun , Part Sun Bloom Color: Purple+White Season of Interest: Summer 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 Coneflowe r, Little Bluestem , Giant Hyssop IMAGE: Photos by Proven Winners , 'Midnight Masquerade' Beardtongue