Image courtesy of Plant Select.

Image courtesy of Plant Select.

Image courtesy of Plant Select.

Plant Information

Common name: Beardtongue

Scientific name: Penstemon spp.

Water usage: Very low

Sun exposure: Full sun

Bloom time: Spring to summer (varies by species)

Fire resistant: Yes

Wildlife: Attracts hummingbirds, bees, butterflies

Native: Yes

Height: Size dependent on species and cultivar

Spread: Size dependent on species and cultivar

Care information

Short lived, the plant moves from place to place within the garden, variable soil type