Bright red tubular flowers on long stems
Beardtongue 'Blackbeard'
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- Drought tolerant
- Salt tolerant
Beardtongue ‘Red Riding Hood’
Penstemon 'Red Riding Hood' · See all Penstemon
Beardtongue ‘Red Riding Hood’ is a full-sun to part-sun, deer-resistant, drought-tolerant perennial hardy to zone 5; we sell it in 1-gallon pots for $11.99 at both stores.
| Height & spread | 24–30 in tall |
|---|---|
| Sun | Full sun, Part sun |
| Hardiness | USDA zones 5–8 |
| Bloom season | Summer |
| Flower color | Red |
| Attracts | Pollinators, Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Pot size | Price |
|---|---|
| 1GAL | $11.99 |
Call South Portland or Westbrook to check availability.
Availability may change and prices are subject to change.
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Questions about Red Riding Hood beardtongue
Is Red Riding Hood beardtongue deer resistant?
Yes. Red Riding Hood beardtongue is rarely bothered by deer, which makes it a good choice for Maine gardens with deer pressure.
How much sun does Red Riding Hood beardtongue need?
Red Riding Hood beardtongue grows best in full sun to part sun.
Is Red Riding Hood beardtongue hardy in Maine?
Yes. It’s hardy to USDA zone 5, and Greater Portland is zone 5b–6a, so it comes back reliably each year.
How tall does Red Riding Hood beardtongue get?
Red Riding Hood beardtongue grows 24–30 in tall.
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