Pale Beardtounge
Pale Beardtongue (Penstemon pallidus)
A delicate native wildflower with soft white blooms
Pale Beardtongue is a hardy, drought-tolerant perennial known for its graceful spikes of pale white to soft pink flowers that bloom in late spring to early summer. Its tubular blossoms attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, making it an excellent choice for pollinator gardens, prairie plantings, and naturalized landscapes. This adaptable plant thrives in dry, rocky, or sandy soils, requiring little maintenance once established.
✔ Pollinator-friendly – Supports bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds
✔ Thrives in dry, well-drained soils – Ideal for rock gardens and meadows
✔ Delicate yet resilient – Soft blooms contrast with tough, upright stems
✔ Low-maintenance & deer-resistant – Hardy and easy to grow
Plant Pale Beardtongue in full sun to partial shade to enjoy its subtle beauty, ecological benefits, and effortless charm. A must-have for native gardens, xeriscapes, and prairie restorations.
📸: wildbeautynatives
Pale Beardtongue (Penstemon pallidus)
A delicate native wildflower with soft white blooms
Pale Beardtongue is a hardy, drought-tolerant perennial known for its graceful spikes of pale white to soft pink flowers that bloom in late spring to early summer. Its tubular blossoms attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, making it an excellent choice for pollinator gardens, prairie plantings, and naturalized landscapes. This adaptable plant thrives in dry, rocky, or sandy soils, requiring little maintenance once established.
✔ Pollinator-friendly – Supports bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds
✔ Thrives in dry, well-drained soils – Ideal for rock gardens and meadows
✔ Delicate yet resilient – Soft blooms contrast with tough, upright stems
✔ Low-maintenance & deer-resistant – Hardy and easy to grow
Plant Pale Beardtongue in full sun to partial shade to enjoy its subtle beauty, ecological benefits, and effortless charm. A must-have for native gardens, xeriscapes, and prairie restorations.
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Plant Specs:
Botanical Name: Penstemon pallidus
-Common Name: Pale Beardtongue
-Native Range: Eastern and Central United States
-Mature Size: Up to 2.5 feet tall
-Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
-Soil Type: Dry to Medium, well-drained soils
-Water Needs: Low to moderate
-Bloom Time: Late Spring to early summer
-Flower Color: White to pale lavender
-Wildlife Benefits: Attracts bees and hummingbirds
-Deer Resistance: Moderate
-Growth Habit: Upright perennial