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Hairy Beardtongue

Name: Hairy Beardtongue
Brand: American Beauties Native Plants®
Price: 38.99 USD
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Penstemon hirsutus

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Pairs well with

Lavender-purple trumpet flowers with white throats bloom on fuzzy stems in early summer. This drought-tolerant native attracts bees and adds a unique textural element to the garden.

Size at Maturity

Height 1'- 2' Spread 12"- 18"

Growing Zone

USDA Hardiness Zones 4-8

Lowest Temperatures -30°F to -20°F

Light Requirements

Full sun to part sun- at least 4 hours direct sun per day

Wildlife Benefits

Supports Bees
Attracts Hummingbirds
Attracts Butterflies

Native Range

CT, DE, GA, IL, IN, KY, MA, MD, ME, MI, NC, NH, NJ, NY, OH, PA, RI, TN, VA, VT, WI, WV

Special Conditions

Deer Resistant
Drought Tolerant
Moderate Salt Tolerance

Seasons of Interest

Spring
Summer

How to Plant

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Planting and Care Guide

Planting Tips

Plant in spring, spacing 12–18 inches apart in well-drained, average to lean soil. This native penstemon is adapted to dry, lean garden conditions and will not thrive in rich, wet soils. Good drainage is essential. Water regularly for the first few weeks after planting, then reduce significantly as the plant establishes its drought tolerance.

Care Tips

Cut back spent flower stalks after blooming to encourage additional flower production later in the season. Hairy beardtongue is an important nectar plant for hummingbirds and native bees. It tends to be somewhat short-lived as a perennial but reseeds readily in appropriate conditions, perpetuating itself in the garden. No fertilizing is needed — lean soil conditions are actually preferred. A graceful native plant for dry sunny borders.

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