Beard-Tongue

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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About

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

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