Calico Beardtongue Penstemon calycosus

• 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.