Penstemon hirsutus (hairy beardtongue)
There are many non-native penstemon out there. This is a true southern Wisconsin native! It is also a species of special concern in Wisconsin. A versatile garden plant, the leaves turn a lovely red in the fall. Host plant for several checkerspot butterflies and attracts hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees.
Type: Perennial
Bloom time: May, June
Light: Full Sun, Partial, Shade
Water: Dry, Medium
Height: 1 to 2 feet
Sold as: Small pot (2.5" x 3.5")
There are many non-native penstemon out there. This is a true southern Wisconsin native! It is also a species of special concern in Wisconsin. A versatile garden plant, the leaves turn a lovely red in the fall. Host plant for several checkerspot butterflies and attracts hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees.
Type: Perennial
Bloom time: May, June
Light: Full Sun, Partial, Shade
Water: Dry, Medium
Height: 1 to 2 feet
Sold as: Small pot (2.5" x 3.5")
There are many non-native penstemon out there. This is a true southern Wisconsin native! It is also a species of special concern in Wisconsin. A versatile garden plant, the leaves turn a lovely red in the fall. Host plant for several checkerspot butterflies and attracts hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees.
Type: Perennial
Bloom time: May, June
Light: Full Sun, Partial, Shade
Water: Dry, Medium
Height: 1 to 2 feet
Sold as: Small pot (2.5" x 3.5")
