Zone 5 · Beardtongue
Planting Beardtongue in Zone 5
Penstemon digitalis
✅ Beardtongue thrives in zone 5 (hardy 3–8)
Can I plant today?
⏳ Too early to direct-sow
Last frost is in 4 weeks. Wait until soil warms.
Evaluated for April 27, 2026 ·
Zone's last frost
around May 15
Zone's first frost
around October 15
Bloom window
June – July
Peak bloom
June
Sun required
full sun
Mature height
36"
Spacing
18" apart
Type
perennial
How to plant Beardtongue in zone 5
Plant in spring in well-drained soil. Drought-tolerant once established; hummingbirds love the trumpets.
Pair with these for continuous bloom
Beardtongue peaks in June. These companions keep your bed in color before and after.
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