BEARDTONGUE PENSTEMON SENSATION MIX
(Penstemon hartwegii P. gentianoides)

Penstemon is a perennial flowering plant that blooms from spring to fall. Beardtongues have tube shaped flowers on both sides of the stem and thin, slender green leaves. From April to September, this perennial Beardtongue, will reward you with non-stop blooming. Penstemon are well known to survive drought. Beardtongue can grow to 32 inches in height and blooms in a variety of colors including red, pink, purple and white. The beautiful flower will attract butterflies and hummingbirds to your garden. Penstemon grows best in well-drained soil and full sun.  Penstemon Beard Tongue is native to Mexico and does well in warm climates. Penstemon will grow as a perennial in frost free or mild winters, and as an annual in other zones.

Beardtongue is one of those flowering plants that you would like to show off in your garden. Penstemon makes excellent cut flowers as well as ornamental flowers.

SOWING:

Sow: months November-December  

Season: Perennial   

Height: 28–32 inches 

Bloom Season:   April-September

Environment: Full Sun, Sheltered Sun

Soil Type:  Chalk, Sand, Loam

Germination Time:  14–30 days

Temperature:  60-70F

Seeds Watering: Wetting only the soil

Plant watering: watering once per week 

Depth: press into the soil Cover lightly, seed should be visible

Plant Spacing: 16-20inches

Ideal for:  Cut Flowers