Broadbeard Beardtongue
(Penstemon angustifolius)
Broadbeard Beardtongue (Penstemon angustifolius)
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Cecelia Alexander
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Photo by: Cecelia Alexander | License Type: Public Domain | License URL: http://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/ | Rights Holder: Cecelia Alexander | Publisher: iNaturalist | Date Created: 2019-05-20T13:36:55-07:00 |
Estimated Native Range
Summary
Penstemon angustifolius, commonly known as Broadbeard Beardtongue, is a herbaceous perennial subshrub native to the open woodlands, meadows, and grasslands of the Rocky Mountains region. It typically grows up to 24 inches tall and is characterized by its narrow, lance-shaped leaves and upright growth habit. The tubular flowers, which bloom from late spring to early summer, range in color from pale to deep pink and purple, and are particularly showy, attracting hummingbirds and other pollinators.
Broadbeard Beardtongue is valued for its drought tolerance and is often used in xeriscaping, rock gardens, and native plant landscapes. It thrives in full sun and requires minimal water once established, making it an excellent choice for low-maintenance gardens. It prefers well-drained soils and can adapt to a range of soil types, from sandy to loamy. While generally disease-resistant, it can be susceptible to root rot if overwatered or planted in poorly drained soils. This plant is not known for aggressive roots or significant disease problems, making it a safe choice for residential gardens.CC BY-SA 4.0
Broadbeard Beardtongue is valued for its drought tolerance and is often used in xeriscaping, rock gardens, and native plant landscapes. It thrives in full sun and requires minimal water once established, making it an excellent choice for low-maintenance gardens. It prefers well-drained soils and can adapt to a range of soil types, from sandy to loamy. While generally disease-resistant, it can be susceptible to root rot if overwatered or planted in poorly drained soils. This plant is not known for aggressive roots or significant disease problems, making it a safe choice for residential gardens.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Subshrub, Herb
- Height: 0.4-1.6 feet
- Width: 0.7-1 feet
- Growth Rate: Rapid
- Flower Color: Blue, Purple
- Flowering Season: Spring
- Leaf Retention: Evergreen
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun
- Water: Low
- Drainage: Fast, Medium, Slow
Common Uses
Bee Garden, Bird Garden, Butterfly Garden, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Groundcover, Hummingbird Garden, Low Maintenance, Rabbit Resistant, Showy Flowers
Natural Habitat
Open woodlands, meadows, and grasslands of the Rocky Mountains region
Other Names
Common Names: Narrow Beardtongue, Narrow-Leaf Penstemon, Broad-Beard Beardtongue, Narrowleaf Penstemon
Scientific Names: , Penstemon angustifolius, Penstemon angustifolius var. angustifolius,
GBIF Accepted Name: Penstemon angustifolius Nutt. ex Pursh