Broadbeard Beardtongue
Penstemon angustifolius
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
6"–18" H × 6"–12" W
Bloom
May, Jun, Jul
Native to
AZ, CO, KS, MT and 7 more states
Pollinators
bees, butterflies
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Broadbeard beardtongue is a compact native perennial that produces spikes of tubular flowers in shades of blue, purple, or pink from May through July. This drought-tolerant plant forms neat clumps with narrow leaves and maintains a tidy appearance throughout the growing season.
In an HOA neighborhood
Broadbeard Beardtongue is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.
- Dies back completely in winter
Wildlife value
The tubular flowers are especially attractive to native bees and butterflies during the late spring and summer blooming period. Its long flowering season provides consistent nectar resources for pollinators.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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