General info: Penstemon hirsutus, commonly called hairy beardtongue, is a North American native perennial that thrives in dry to medium moisture soils with full sun. This is a clump forming perennial and can get about one to two feet tall. This species is distinguished from the other species of Penstemon by its hairy stems. It is typically found growing in dry rocky areas and can tolerate some shade. Hairy beardtongue is adorned with delicate white to pink tubular blooms.

Landscape uses: Penstemon hirsutus is a very attractive native wildflower. Just like the other Penstemon species, this species has blooms that are a wonderful attractor of hummingbirds and butterflies. Making this a great choice for a native pollinator garden. This striking perennial could also be used in a perennial border or cottage garden.