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Novapenrub Beardtongue
Penstemon ROCK CANDY™ 'Novapenrub' PP27820 Ruby
Beardtongue
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Compact plant with prolific blooms. Spikes of deep pink to ruby red bell-like flowers bloom in summer and attract hummingbirds, bees and butterflies. Perfect for borders or park strips.
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Plant facts
Good to know
- Waterwise — suited to low-water landscapes once established.
- Attracts pollinators.
- Low maintenance.
- A good park-strip plant (Flip the Strip collection).
- Suitable for Utah Lake secondary water systems.
- Tolerates rock mulch.
Quick answers
How big does Novapenrub Beardtongue get?
About 6-12" tall and 12" wide at maturity.
How much sun does Novapenrub Beardtongue need?
Full Sun (6+ hours).
How much water does Novapenrub Beardtongue need?
Low water use — it is one of our waterwise plants.
Will Novapenrub Beardtongue grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 5, so it suits sites in zone 5 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 Novapenrub 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 Novapenrub 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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