Evelyn beardtongue
Penstemon 'Evelyn'
RHS AGM 1993
USDA zones7 to 10
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles dry to moderate soil
Size12 to 24 inches tall12 to 24 inches wide
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer, autumn
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, chalk
- Soil pH
- Acid, alkaline, neutral
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Evelyn' beardtongue (Penstemon 'Evelyn') is a perennial for borders, pollinator gardens, containers, and low maintenance beds. It is hardy to USDA zone 7, or down to 0°F (-18°C). This plant likes full or part sun and dry to average, sandy, loamy, or chalky soil. It is drought tolerant and draws hummingbirds, bees, and birds. It blooms in spring, summer, and autumn. It sits low on the menu for deer.
Pairs well with Purple top, Evening primrose, and Society garlic.