General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit: Herb/Forb
Life cycle: Perennial
Sun Requirements: Full Sun
Minimum cold hardiness: Zone 7a -17.8 °C (0 °F) to -15 °C (5 °F)
Maximum recommended zone: Zone 10b
Plant Height: 12 - 24 inches
Plant Spread: 12 - 24 inches
Leaves: Unusual foliage color
Flowers: Showy
Flower Color: Pink
Purple
Red
Bloom Size: Under 1"
Flower Time: Summer
Suitable Locations: Xeriscapic
Uses: Will Naturalize
Wildlife Attractant: Bees
Hummingbirds
Propagation: Seeds: Scarify seeds: 3 months at 40 degrees
Suitable for wintersowing
Propagation: Other methods: Cuttings: Stem

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Common names
  • Bellflower Beardtongue
  • Beardlip
  • Pride of the Mountain
  • Penstemon

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Photo courtesy of Joy Creek Nursery
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Photo Courtesy of Lazy S'S Farm Nursery.
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Courtesy Gardens in the Wood of Grassy Creek
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Location: Kalama, Wa.
Date: 2001-07-15
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