Penstemon kunthii, Beard Tongue deer-resistant pale purple flowers with orange

pale purple flowers with orange throats May to frost

It will be more robust in wetland areas and moist soils in general but will be fine with occasional water as well

finger-like fronds of pale green is a personal favorite and wonderful for contrast

speciosa has fragrant clusters of bright pink flowers that appear in early spring

Penstemon kunthii, Beard Tongue deer-resistant pale purple flowers with orangeThis species, with masses of small magenta "sparklers," blooms for months on end and is adored by hummingbirds! It's a native of Oaxaca, Mexico where it's found growing at elevations up to 10,000 feet. Grass green narrow leaves clasp red stems. A tough and rewarding gem. Mature size: 2 ft T & W Minimum temperature: 0 F