beardtongue
Penstemon 'Yaput' LILLIPUT ROSE
Overview
Beardtongue (Penstemon 'Yaput' LILLIPUT ROSE) is a hardy perennial plant with an upright growth that reaches 8-12 inches in height. It has bright rose-pink tubular flowers that clusters along the tips of the stems and bloom from the middle of summer until early fall. The flowers are tubular and have lips that resemble the shape of a tongue. It has light green foliage that adds a charming background to display the flowers. It is easy to care for, thriving in average to dry soils in full sun. It looks best in clumps and is an excellent addition to any pollinator garden.
Care Guide
Watering
Minimum
Light
Full sun.
Temperature
Hardiness zone 7-10.
Pruning
Best pruned in February, March, April, August.
Propagation
Division, Cutting, Seed Propagation, Layering Propagation
Uses & Symbolism
Attracts: Butterflies.
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