Penstemon barbatus 'Rose Rhinestones' is a mid-sized, pink Beardtongue perennial, native to sunny, dry slopes in the southwest, with the most-lively, deep rose pink flowers, and lance-shaped, dark blue-green foliage. This variety was selected for its compact habit and large flowers. Rose Rhinestones Beardtongue blooms June to July, and provides wonderful colour to the garden. Growing to 16 inches tall and 2 feet wide, it is a wonderful border plant. Plant pink Penstemon en masse for full impact of this very floriferous perennial. Attracts bees and hummingbirds. Rose Rhinestones Bearded Penstemon is drought tolerant, easy to grow, and very hardy – to zone 4a (-34.5 °C).
