Penstemon grandiflorus 'Esprit'

Beard Tongue

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Common Name:

Beard Tongue

Plant Type:

Perennial

Flower color:

Foliage color:

Green

Sun (From 0 to 5):

3

Water (From 0 to 5):

2

Maximum temperature:

30°C

Minimum temperature:

7°C

Maximum height:

75 cm

Maximum width:

30 cm

Beard Tongue (Penstemon grandiflorus 'Esprit') - Description

Old-fashioned bells open along 24" spikes in cheery shades of red, rose, pink and white, including some bicolors. The tall stems are lovely in both the border and cut for the vase.

Beard Tongue (Penstemon grandiflorus 'Esprit') - Blooming

Panicles of tubular or bell-shaped, two lipped flowers. Blooms attract hummingbirds.

Beard Tongue (Penstemon grandiflorus 'Esprit') - Growth

Deciduous or evergreen perennials and subshrubs with linear to lance-shaped leaves. Grows best in full sun or partial shade. Works well in a border or rock garden.

Beard Tongue (Penstemon grandiflorus 'Esprit') - Planting

Divide plants in spring, take cuttings in spring or summer, or use seeds.

Beard Tongue (Penstemon grandiflorus 'Esprit') - Pest

Slugs and snails are a threat to young growth. Penstemon is vulnerable to Southern blight, powdery mildew, leaf spots, and rust.

Beard Tongue (Penstemon grandiflorus 'Esprit') - Interesting facts

Penstemon contains a staminode, or sterile stamen, that is used as a characteristic to distinguish among the species.

Beard Tongue (Penstemon grandiflorus 'Esprit') - Soil and irrigation

Well-drained, evenly moist soil. Water and mulch during dry weather. Dwarf and shrub species prefer poor to average, grainy soil with excellent drainage.