Penstemon hirsutus
Hairy Beardtongue
Clusters of lavender trumpet-shaped flowers on downy stem. Larvel host and/or nectar source for Euphydryas phaeton (Baltimore Checkerspot Butterfly)
- Height: 18" – 24"
- Width: 12" – 18"
- Soil Conditions: Dry
- Flower Color: Purple
- Bloom Time: June, July
- Hardiness Zone: 4 To 9
Plant Characteristics
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Attributes
- Drought Tolerant
- Green Roof Semi Intensive
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Attracts Wildlife
- Attracts Wildlife
- Attracts Butterflies
- Attracts Pollinators
- Attracts Hummingbirds
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Plant Habit
- Upright
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Light Conditions
- Sun to Shade
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Native Plant Community
- Dry Prairie
- Savanna
- Woodland
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Flower Color
- Purple
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Flower Hue
- Light
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Flower Type
- Raceme
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Flower Height
- 18" to 24"
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Foliage Color
- Green
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Leaf Texture
- Medium
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Flower Form
- Single
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Flower Size
- 3" to 4"
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Soil Moisture
- Dry
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Growth Rate
- Average
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Origin
- 90 Miles From Mg