General info: Penstemon laevigatus, commonly called eastern beardtongue, is a North American native perennial that thrives in medium to dry soils in full sun. This native perennial is very erect and can handle wetter soils than other varieties. This species is adorned with beautiful white to pale pink and purple tubular blooms. Eastern beardtongue gets about four feet tall at most.

Landscape uses: Penstemon laevigatus is a very versatile native perennial. This species can tolerate both dry sites and moist areas. Making it a great species for lots of different areas. Plant eastern beardtongue in a meadow or cottage garden. This species would be a great addition to a native wildflower garden. With its striking blooms that attract lots of hummingbirds and flowers it would also be a great choice for a native pollinator garden.