Beardtongue
Uses:
- Borders
- Alpine and Rock Gardens
- Xeriscaping
Features:
- Pest Resistant
- Drought Tolerant
- Attracts Butterflies and Hummingbirds
Sunlight:
- Full Sun
- 6+ Hours of Direct Sun
Growing Zones:
- 3-9
- What is My Zone?
Beardtongue is a North American native plant with a long blooming season. The bright tubular flowers attract pollinators like butterflies and hummingbirds. These plants are tough and can handle hot, dry locations.
About Beardtongue

Penstemon
North America
Perennials
Deciduous
3–9
Pink, purple, red, blue, white, and occasionally yellow
Late spring to early summer
Upright clumping habit; stems can be bushy or spiky
Bees, butterflies, hummingbirds
Drought, poor soil, rocky or sandy conditions
Deer, rabbits