Pristine Lipstick Beardtongue
(Penstemon barbatus 'Pristine Lipstick')
Turn heads in your garden with the bold, vibrant color of Pristine Lipstick Beardtongue, a standout perennial known for its striking, lipstick-red blooms and excellent garden performance. This variety of Penstemon features tall, upright spikes covered in tubular, nectar-rich flowers that bloom from early to mid-summer, drawing in hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies with their vivid color and sweet nectar.
The bright flowers rise above a tidy clump of narrow, deep green foliage, making this plant an excellent choice for borders, pollinator gardens, and wildflower-inspired landscapes. 'Pristine Lipstick' is both heat and drought tolerant once established, thriving in full sun and well-drained soil with minimal maintenance.
Add a punch of color and pollinator power to your landscape with Pristine Lipstick Beardtongue—a reliable and vivid bloomer that thrives in tough conditions while lighting up your garden.
Pristine Lipstick Beardtongue Penstemon (1 Gallon Pot)
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Plant Details:
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Mature Size: 18–24 inches tall, 12–18 inches wide
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Bloom Time: Early to mid-summer
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Flower Color: Bold lipstick-red, tubular shape
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Light Requirements: Full sun
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Soil Needs: Well-drained soil; tolerates dry conditions
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Growth Habit: Upright, clump-forming
Key Features:
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Eye-catching red blooms attract hummingbirds and pollinators
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Long bloom period with minimal care
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Compact and upright—ideal for borders and smaller spaces
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Drought-tolerant and low maintenance
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Deer and rabbit resistant
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