Penstemon calycosus (NGN)
Smooth Beardtongue
This species grows on slopes in woodlands where other vegetation is sparse; also occurs at woodland edge in grassy areas. Showy pale purplish-pink Snapdragon-like flowers.
- Height: 24" – 36"
- Width: 12" – 18"
- Soil Conditions: Moist/Well Drained
- Flower Color: Pink
- Bloom Time: May, June
- Hardiness Zone: 5 To 9
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Plant Characteristics - Penstemon calycosus (NGN)
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Attributes
- Rain Garden Sun
- Drought Tolerant
- Green Roof Semi Intensive
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Attracts Wildlife
- Attracts Wildlife
- Attracts Butterflies
- Attracts Pollinators
- Attracts Hummingbirds
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Critter Resistance
- Deer Resistant
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Plant Habit
- Upright
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Light Conditions
- Sun to Part Shade
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Native Plant Community
- Mesis Prairie
- Savanna
- Woodland
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Flower Color
- Pink
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Flower Hue
- Dark
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Flower Type
- Tubular
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Flower Height
- 24" to 36"
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Foliage Color
- Green
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Leaf Texture
- Medium
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Flower Form
- Single
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Flower Size
- 1"
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Soil Moisture
- Moist/Well Drained
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Prune Time
- Jan/Feb/March
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Growth Rate
- Average
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Origin
- 90 Miles From Mg
Possible Substitutions for Penstemon calycosus (NGN)
Lythrum alatum (NGN)
Winged Loosestrife
Matching Attributes
- Plant Habit: Upright
- Height: 24" – 36"
Maianthemum (Smilacina) racemosum
Feathery False Solomon's Seal
Matching Attributes
- Plant Habit: Upright
- Height: 24" – 36"
Iris virginica var. shrevei (NGN)
Blueflag Iris
Matching Attributes
- Plant Habit: Upright
- Height: 24" – 36"
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