Calico Beardtongue Seeds
- HOW TO GROW
- FAST FACTS
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HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Direct sow in late fall, planting just below the surface of the soil. For spring planting, mix the Penstemon Calycosus seeds with moist sand and store them in the refrigerator for 30-60 days before planting. Keep the soil lightly moist until germination. The Calico Beardtongue seed can also be started indoors 6-8 weeks before planting in the spring.
Growing: Water seedlings until they become established. Mature plants tolerate drought well because of a well-developed tap root, though they can also tolerate short periods of flooding. This plant has excellent resistance to disease and pests. After blooming cut the plant back to several inches above the soil, unless seed is wanted.
Harvesting: For cut flowers, choose stems with flowers that have just opened. Strip the foliage that will fall below the water level, and place in water immediately.
Seed Saving: After the flowers fade, small pods will form that eventually open at the top to reveal the ripe seeds. Gather the seeds as soon as the pods have begun to open; watch them carefully to prevent loss, since the seeds can easily be blown away by the wind. Store the Penstemon Calycosus seeds in a cool, dry place.
FAST FACTS
Common Names: Longsepal Beardtongue, Smooth Beardtongue, Eastern Beardtongue
Latin Name: Penstemon calycosus
Species Origin: US Native Wildflower
Type: Native Wildflowers
Life Cycle: Perennial
USDA Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
US Regions: Midwest, Northeast, Southeast
Seeds per Ounce: 92,000
Stratification: Cold/Wet for 4 Weeks
Germination Ease: Stratify 4 Weeks
Sunlight: Full Sun, Part Sun, Shade
Height: 40 Inches
Color: White, Pink
Bloom Season: Blooms Early Summer
Uses: Attracts Pollinators, Hummingbirds, Cut Flowers, Deer Resistant
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Found in my Garden!!
Good evening! Upon searching for some identification of a flowering plant in my front yard plantings near the house. It appears to be the "Penstemon calycosus (Calico Beardtongue)". I have photos of my specimen that could help verify what I have.
I live in Ozaukee County in the Town of Grafton along I-43. Wind or birds may have brought seeds to my yard.
DESCRIPTION
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Direct sow in late fall, planting just below the surface of the soil. For spring planting, mix the Penstemon Calycosus seeds with moist sand and store them in the refrigerator for 30-60 days before planting. Keep the soil lightly moist until germination. The Calico Beardtongue seed can also be started indoors 6-8 weeks before planting in the spring.
Growing: Water seedlings until they become established. Mature plants tolerate drought well because of a well-developed tap root, though they can also tolerate short periods of flooding. This plant has excellent resistance to disease and pests. After blooming cut the plant back to several inches above the soil, unless seed is wanted.
Harvesting: For cut flowers, choose stems with flowers that have just opened. Strip the foliage that will fall below the water level, and place in water immediately.
Seed Saving: After the flowers fade, small pods will form that eventually open at the top to reveal the ripe seeds. Gather the seeds as soon as the pods have begun to open; watch them carefully to prevent loss, since the seeds can easily be blown away by the wind. Store the Penstemon Calycosus seeds in a cool, dry place.
FAST FACTS
Common Names: Longsepal Beardtongue, Smooth Beardtongue, Eastern Beardtongue
Latin Name: Penstemon calycosus
Species Origin: US Native Wildflower
Type: Native Wildflowers
Life Cycle: Perennial
USDA Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
US Regions: Midwest, Northeast, Southeast
Seeds per Ounce: 92,000
Stratification: Cold/Wet for 4 Weeks
Germination Ease: Stratify 4 Weeks
Sunlight: Full Sun, Part Sun, Shade
Height: 40 Inches
Color: White, Pink
Bloom Season: Blooms Early Summer
Uses: Attracts Pollinators, Hummingbirds, Cut Flowers, Deer Resistant
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Perfect!
Very smooth transaction... Thank you.
Review
Found in my Garden!!
Good evening! Upon searching for some identification of a flowering plant in my front yard plantings near the house. It appears to be the "Penstemon calycosus (Calico Beardtongue)". I have photos of my specimen that could help verify what I have.
I live in Ozaukee County in the Town of Grafton along I-43. Wind or birds may have brought seeds to my yard.