Penstemon canescens
(Eastern Gray Beardtongue)
350 seeds $3.75
HomePenstemon canescens is native to the Eastern U.S. from Vermont to Alabama. It blooms in early summer with light purple flowers that have white throats. The stems are covered with tiny hairs. The tubular flowers attract hummingbirds.
Penstemon canescens is relatively easy to grow. The leaves are semi-evergreen. Deer resistant. Hardy perennial in zones 4-8.
height 24" spacing 12"
Sowing Penstemon canescens Seeds
Sow penstemon seeds outdoors in pots in late fall or winter. Or start indoors, then refrigerate the pots for 6 weeks. Barely cover the seeds with soil. Full sun.
