Beard-Tongue

Vibrant, long-blooming flowers are irresistible to hummingbirds. Beautiful in summer bouquets or planted in perennial gardens with cranesbill, yarrow and lamb's ear. Well-drained soil in winter improves hardiness. Remove faded flowers for rebloom.

Companion Plants

East Indian Holly Fern

Purple Fountain Grass

Spike Speedwell

Plant Details

Common name

Beard-Tongue
Botanical name

Penstemon hybrid
Variety

Lilac Frost
Zone

USDA Zone 7 (0°F) to USDA Zone 10 (30°F).
Light

Sun
Height

24-30" (61-76 cm)
Habit

Clumping
Feed

Use all-purpose
Water

Weekly during dry spells
Bloom Color

Pink
Bloom Time

Summer-fall
Maintenance

Mulch to reduce weeds

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