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Penstemon Species, Eustis Lake Beardtongue, Pride of the Mountain, Slender Beard Tongue

Penstemonaustralis

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Genus
Penstemon (PEN-stem-on)
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Species
australis (aw-STRAL-iss)
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Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade
Foliage

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Height
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Spacing
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Hardiness

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Danger

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Bloom Color
Pink
Bloom Time
Mid Spring
Late Spring/Early Summer
Mid Summer
Late Summer/Early Fall
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Category
Perennials
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Foliage Color

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Where to Grow

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Bloom Characteristics

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Bloom Size

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Other details

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Soil pH requirements

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Patent Information

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Propagation Methods
From seed; sow indoors before last frost
Seed Collecting
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
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MotherNature4
Bartow, FL (Zone 9a) | August 2005 | positive

This penstemon has a hairy tongue that gives it the common name of beard tongue. It is frequently found in north and central Florida in ...Read More

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