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:

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

Midnight Masquerade Beardtongue
Genus
Species
Family
Penstemon
Over 250 species (specific species depends on the region, e.g., Penstemon digitalis, Penstemon barbatus)
Plantaginaceae

Common Names:

Penstemon


Native To:

North America

Plant Type:

Perennials

Foliage Type:

Deciduous

USDA Plant Hardiness Zone:

3–9

Flower Color:

Pink, purple, red, blue, white, and occasionally yellow

Flower Bloom Time:

Late spring to early summer

Growth Habit:

Upright clumping habit; stems can be bushy or spiky

Attracts:

Bees, butterflies, hummingbirds

Tolerates:

Drought, poor soil, rocky or sandy conditions

Resists:

Deer, rabbits