Large beardtongue
Penstemon grandiflorus
Last reviewed: July 2026
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
18"–36" H × 12"–18" W
Bloom
May, Jun
Native to
TX, OK, KS, NE and 8 more states
Pollinators
bees, hummingbirds
Browse plants for this ecoregion
An upright perennial forb with smooth, waxy blue-green leaves and open spikes of large, pale lavender, tubular flowers in early summer. Thrives in lean, well-drained soil and full sun, offering a bold vertical accent in a naturalized or prairie-style border.
In an HOA neighborhood
Large beardtongue is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.
Wildlife value
Large tubular flowers attract bees and hummingbirds for nectar.
Common questions
- How much sun does Large beardtongue need?
- Large beardtongue grows best in full sun conditions.
- When does Large beardtongue bloom?
- Large beardtongue blooms in May and June.
- Where is Large beardtongue native?
- Large beardtongue (Penstemon grandiflorus) is native to TX, OK, KS, NE and 8 more states, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
- What pollinators does Large beardtongue attract?
- Large beardtongue draws bees and hummingbirds.
- Is Large beardtongue HOA-friendly?
- Large beardtongue is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.
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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