Penstemon calycosus Calico Beardtongue

• Life Cycle: Perennial
• Sun Exposure: Part Sun to Part Shade
• Soil Moisture: Medium Wet to Medium Dry
• Height: Up to 3 Feet
• Spread: 1 Foot
• Bloom Color: Pinkish, lavenderish, White
• Bloom Time: Early to Mid Summer
• Deer Resistant: Yes

Sometimes the leaves of this plant are a beautiful red. It can tolerate more shade than most Penstemons. You’ll notice native bees, hummingbirds, and moths visiting the blooms. Native to Ky.