beardtongue

Water your Beardtongue (Penstemon 'Red Rocks') plants regularly to keep them healthy and blooming. Make sure to water them deeply so that the soil is moist at least 4 to 6 inches deep. Aim to water your Beardtongue plants 2 to 3 times per week, depending on soil type and weather conditions. During periods of hotter, dryer weather, plants may need to be watered more frequently; during times of cooler weather, less often. Check the soil every few days, and water as needed. Avoid overwatering your plants, as this can lead to root rot and other problems.

Beardtongue (Penstemon 'Red Rocks') requires bright light for most of the day; between 6-8 hours are recommended. Place the plant near a south- or west-facing window and rotate it occasionally for even growth and flowering. This plant prefers less direct sun in hot summer months, when the bright rays can scorch and burn the leaves, so partial shade should be provided. It is important to make sure the plant receives both morning and afternoon light for proper chlorophyll production. When temperatures and lighting conditions are optimal, the plant should bloom during the spring and summer months.

For a Beardtongue plant (Penstemon 'Red Rocks'), pruning should be done at the end of the late winter season or early spring. The pruning should be done to a light degree, meaning removal of the dead stems and flower stalks to ground level, and selective removal of the branches closest to the soil. This helps to keep the Beardtongue looking neat and encourages strong foliage growth. When pruning, it is important to avoid over-pruning, as this could damage the plant or stunt future growth.