(Penstemon hirsutus)
Native Bees, Pollinator, U.S. Native
Hairy Beardtongue is a perennial wildflower which is native to the northeastern U.S. and eastern Canada.
The tubular flowers are light purple with white lips, and the stems and leaves have a downy coat of soft hairs.
It is found in sandy or dry prairies, open woods and fields.
The flowers attract native bees.
FAST FACTS
SCIENTIFIC NAME: Penstemon hirsutus
COLOR(S): Purple
SEED TYPE: Perennial
SUN: Full Sun, Partial Shade
MOISTURE: Dry, Moderate
HEIGHT (IN.): 12-30
BLOOM PERIOD: Spring
USDA HARDINESS ZONE(S): 3-8