Dusty Beardtongue (Penstemon Comarrhenus) is a perennial herb in the Plantaginaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 4-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Penstemon comarrhenus is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Four Corners region of the southwestern United States, known for its slender stems and delicate pink to blue flowers.

Dusty Beardtongue

Dusty Beardtongue

Penstemon Comarrhenus

Penstemon comarrhenus is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Four Corners region of the southwestern United States, known for its slender stems and delicate pink to blue flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
drought-tolerant
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
4-8

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:rocky, sandy, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:pollinator attractant, groundcover, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Dusty Beardtongue

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
May
...
Jun
...
Jul
...
Aug
...
Sep
...
Oct
...
Nov
...
Dec
...

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.

Humidity Trick

Group plants together to create...

Growth Hack

Rotate your plant every...

Photo Gallery10+ photos

Dusty Beardtongue
Dusty Beardtongue detail

View leaf details, flowers, seeds & more in the app

Taxonomy

Family:Plantaginaceae
Genus:Penstemon