Large Beardtongue Open Pollinated Seeds (Penstemon grandiflorus) Showy lavender spikes on silvery foliage; hardy prairie native perfect for wildflower meadows

Minimum: 50+ Seeds

Large Beardtongue Open Pollinated Seeds (Penstemon grandiflorus)
Bold lavender blooms meet silvery-blue foliage in this hardy prairie native, a showstopper built for meadows, pollinators, and resilience.

Large Beardtongue (Penstemon grandiflorus), also known as Shellleaf Penstemon, is one of the most stunning of all native beardtongues. With broad, iridescent lavender flowers and thick, powdery-blue foliage, this drought-tolerant, open-pollinated perennial thrives in sun-baked prairies, open meadows, and poor soils where few other plants dare to bloom. It’s a magnet for hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies, and a must-have for wildflower gardens or native restoration projects.

Whether you’re building a pollinator haven, restoring native prairie, or simply love showy blooms on tough plants, Large Beardtongue delivers bold color and wildlife value with very little fuss.

🌱 How to Grow Large Beardtongue:

• Sunlight: Full sun

• Soil: Well-drained sandy, gravelly, or loamy soils

• Watering: Low water needs; drought-tolerant once established

• Height: 24–36 inches tall

• Spacing: 12–18 inches apart

• Cold Hardiness: USDA zones 3–8

• Germination Tips: Cold stratify seeds for 30–60 days before sowing. Fall or winter sowing outdoors works well for natural stratification.

🌸 Why Gardeners and Native Plant Lovers Choose It:

• Stunning lavender flowers on tall stalks from late spring to early summer

• Thick silvery foliage adds year-round structure and interest

• Extremely drought-tolerant and low maintenance

• Attracts native bees, hummingbirds, and butterflies

• Native to Great Plains and central U.S. prairies

• Deer and rabbit resistant

🌿 Uses:

• Wildflower meadows and native prairie plantings

• Xeriscapes and dry perennial borders

• Butterfly and hummingbird gardens

• Roadsides, restoration sites, and low-input landscapes

• Cut flower arrangements and naturalistic garden designs

A Prairie Icon for the Resilient Garden
Penstemon grandiflorus combines bold beauty with native grit. Its large blooms and sculptural form bring elegance to dry soils, while supporting local wildlife and biodiversity. If you're planting with purpose, for pollinators, for the planet, or for pure visual impact, this native perennial earns its space.

🛒 Add Large Beardtongue to your garden or meadow today, and let your landscape bloom with strength and grace.