Heirloom Beardtongue produces elegant, tubular blooms that attract pollinators and add charm to cottage gardens, borders, and containers. This easy-to-grow heirloom variety is low-maintenance and ideal for home gardeners seeking a long-lasting, colorful, and visually appealing flowering plant. Its upright growth habit and delicate flowers create a picturesque addition to any garden space.
Features:
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Heirloom Beardtongue variety
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Produces elegant, tubular blooms
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Low-maintenance and easy to grow
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Ideal for cottage gardens, borders, and containers
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Attracts pollinators and enhances garden aesthetics
Specifications:
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Plant Type: Perennial flowering plant
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Height: 18–36 inches
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Bloom Time: Late spring to summer
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Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
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Soil Preference: Well-draining garden soil
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Zones: USDA hardiness zones 4–9
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Planting Season: Spring after last frost
Planting & Sowing Instructions:
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Indoor Sowing: Sow seeds in small pots with well-draining soil 6–8 weeks before the last frost. Lightly press seeds into soil and keep consistently moist. Germination typically occurs within 14–21 days.
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Transplanting: Move seedlings outdoors after frost risk has passed. Space plants 12–18 inches apart.
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Direct Sowing: Sow seeds directly into prepared garden soil after the last frost. Cover lightly and water gently.
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Care Tips: Maintain even soil moisture without overwatering. Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering. Mulching helps retain soil moisture and regulate soil temperature.
