Penstemon laevigatus
Eastern Smooth Beardtongue
$3.50
460 seeds
Penstemon laevigatus has white flowers with a lavender-pink wash. The smooth semi-evergreen leaves are about 6" long. It has a long bloom season, with flowers appearing from early to late summer. It tolerates shade and moisture better than other species do.
Our original seeds were sent to us by John Ambler of Lancaster, PA, who collected it on the side of a highway. It was identified by botanist Tim Draede.
Also known as Appalachian Beardtongue. Hardy in zones 5-9. Give the seeds 5 weeks cold-moist stratification.
height 30" spacing 15"
Sowing Penstemon laevigatus Seeds
Sow penstemon seeds outdoors in pots in late fall or winter. Or start indoors, then refrigerate the pots for 5 weeks. Sow on the surface. Full sun to part shade.