Beard Tongue







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	Botanical Name: Penstemon palmeri Common Name(s): Beard Tongue

Photographer:

Susan Frommer

Description:

Native to desert areas, this penstemon produces lovely white to pink flowers.Its 3-5' flowering spikes have a tendency to attract birds. However, some say it is difficult to grow.

Information by El Nativo Growers

Notes:

Dig hole, insert plant slightly higher than soil grade. Disturb root ball very little. No amendments, just native soil. No fertilizers. Backfill the hole .Water lavishly. Mulch top of soil around plant in a 4' diameter circle. - Bert Wilson Las Pilitas


	Culture:

	Sun: Full

	Water: Low

	Growth Rate: Moderate

	Hydrozones: #1

	Soil Type: Sandy

	Soil Condition:

	Soil pH: Neutral

	Adverse Factors: N/A



	Design:

	Design Styles: Desert

	Accenting Features: Showy Flower

	Seasonal Interest: Spring

	Location Uses: Perennial Border

	Special Uses: Full

	Attracts Wildlife: Hummingbirds



	Anatomy:

	Flower Color: Pink

	Flower Season: Spring

	Leaf Color: Grey Green

	Bark Color: N/A

	Fruit Color: N/A

	Fruit Season: N/A

	Fruit Type: N/A



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