Rocky-Ledge Beardtongue

Penstemon ellipticus

Also known as: Elliptic-Leaved Beardtongue

Plant Category: wildflowers

Light Conditions:

Sun to Part Shade

Soil Conditions:

Dry/Rocky

Chinook Exposure:

Size:

3-6" T & 6-12" W

Bloom Period:

May to August

Bloom Colour:

Purple or Pink

Growth Habit:

Moderate

Spreads By:

Seeds

Features:

Birds
Butterflies
Bees
Native Bees
Fragrant
Berries
Fall Color
Small Spaces

Large Spaces
Good in Containers
Long Bloom Time
Deer Resistant
Attractive Seed Heads
Edible Parts
Medicinal Properties
Posionous

This item will ship from:

Wild About Flowers

Seed Price: $4.00
"Currently Unavailable"

Plug Price: $7.50
"Currently Unavailable"

Penstemon ellipticus (Rocky-Ledge Beardtongue)

Please Note: Plug orders being shipped have a minimum order requirement of 8 plugs. As the Trees & Shrubs will be coming from Wright Nurseries in central Alberta and the Wildflowers, Grasses & Vines from Wild About Flowers by Okotoks, AB, both categories have a minimum order of 8 plugs for plug orders being shipped.

Description: A semi-shrub penstemon, rocky-ledge penstemon or beardtongue thrives in hot, dry spots. Perfect for alpine or rock gardens, the long blooming, pink to purple flowers will attract bees of all kinds and hummingbirds.

Found in Nature: Cliffs, ledges, rocky outcrops

Distribution: Western North America to the Rocky Mountains

Important Information: The "Bloom Period" is an indicator of the time period within which the wildflowers will bloom and does not describe the time period that a single plant will bloom. The "Sizes" listed are intended to be a general guideline to consult during plant selection. Plant growth and bloom times will vary depending on geographical location & individual site conditions. Please contact us with any questions you may have.