Common names:
Parachute Penstemon
Parachute Beardtongue
Beardtongue

General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit:Grass/Grass-like
Life cycle:Biennial
Sun Requirements:Full Sun to Partial Shade
Minimum cold hardiness:Zone 10a -1.1 °C (30 °F) to +1.7 °C (35 °F)
Maximum recommended zone:Zone 5b
Zone 6a
Leaves:Good fall color
Flowers:Nocturnal
Flower Color:Pink
Flower Size:3"-4"
Inflorescence Type:Panicle
Underground structures:Corm
Suitable Locations:Street Tree
Alpine Gardening
Wildlife Attractant:Birds
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Comments:
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