Waxy-Leaf Beardtongue, or Waxleaf Penstemon, is a perennial herb that grows up to about 1 foot in height. Also aptly nicknamed Smooth Blue Beardtongue, it produces clusters of blue flowers in May and June that attract hummingbirds, butterflies, and songbirds. This plant grows best in full sun and dry soils.
Also known as Firecracker Penstemon and Firecracker Beardtongue, this perennial herb can grow up to 3 feet high and 2 feet wide, preferring sun but tolerating shade. It grows in dry, gravelly soil, and produces tubular, scarlet flowers on purple stems in June and July. These flowers are popular stops for hummingbirds.
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