Cleveland's Beardtongue (Penstemon Clevelandii) is a perennial shrub in the Plantaginaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 8-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Penstemon clevelandii is a perennial herb or shrub native to southern California and Baja California, known for its tubular pink to crimson flowers and gray-green to dark-green foliage.

Cleveland's Beardtongue

Cleveland's Beardtongue

Penstemon Clevelandii

Penstemon clevelandii is a perennial herb or shrub native to southern California and Baja California, known for its tubular pink to crimson flowers and gray-green to dark-green foliage.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
drought-tolerant
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
8-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:rocky, sandy, gravelly, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator attractor, ornamental

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Cleveland's Beardtongue

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Cleveland's Beardtongue
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Taxonomy

Family:Plantaginaceae
Genus:Penstemon