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Electric Blue Beardtongue
Penstemon heterophyllus 'Electric Blue'
Beardtongue
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Clump forming perennial with loose terminal racemes of flowers. Butterflies and hummingbirds love the intense blue, tubular blooms. Prefers well drained soils and an area protected from the worst weather.
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Plant facts
Good to know
- Waterwise — suited to low-water landscapes once established.
- Attracts pollinators.
- Suitable for Utah Lake secondary water systems.
- Tolerates rock mulch.
Quick answers
How big does Electric Blue Beardtongue get?
About 12-18" tall and 18" wide at maturity.
How much sun does Electric Blue Beardtongue need?
Full Sun to Part Shade (3 to 6+ hours Sun).
How much water does Electric Blue Beardtongue need?
Low water use — it is one of our waterwise plants.
Will Electric Blue Beardtongue grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 6, so it suits sites in zone 6 or warmer. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Where can I buy Electric Blue Beardtongue in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah carries it, but it is not available right now. You can join the waitlist to hear when it's back.
Can landscape contractors buy Electric Blue Beardtongue wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.
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