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Eastern Smooth Beardtongue

Penstemon laevigatus, Plantaginaceae

Zones
4–8
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Pollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect HabitatPest Confuser

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (preferred)Full Sun (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Thick-leaf PhloxPhlox carolina
Pollinator Sharing
Resin SunflowerHelianthus resinosus
Shade Provision

Antagonistic Plants

Maryland FigwortScrophularia marilandica

Both scrophulariaceae compete for similar soil conditions and nutrients

Littleflower PenstemonPenstemon procerus

Congeneric penstemons compete for similar soil conditions and mycorrhizal partners

Uses

Functions

Native Bee SpecialistHummingbird NectarBeneficial Wasp AttractorPredatory Fly HabitatParasitic Wasp NectarEarly Summer Blooms

Common Questions

What zones does Eastern Smooth Beardtongue grow in?

Eastern Smooth Beardtongue grows in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 8.

What are good companion plants for Eastern Smooth Beardtongue?

Good companions for Eastern Smooth Beardtongue include Thick-leaf Phlox, Resin Sunflower.

Design guilds with Eastern Smooth Beardtongue and see companion relationships visually.

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