beardtongue

Beardtongue (Penstemon 'Welsh Dawn') should be watered once a week with about 1-1.5 inches (2.5-3.8 cm) of water. Depending on your soil type and climate, you may need to adjust the amount of water needed. If the soil gets too dry, the dirt will crack. As for the timing of watering, it is best to water early in the morning so that the plant has plenty of time to dry out before nightfall. Also, avoid getting the foliage wet, and do not water from overhead or the water will not reach the roots. Furthermore, it is important to monitor the soil and adjust your watering based on the soil conditions. For example, if the soil is very dry, water lightly and more frequently.

Beardtongues are sun-loving plants that need at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight each day. They can tolerate some light shade, but direct sunlight is ideal in order to produce flower spikes in spring. They will typically need more sun in the summer than in the winter. In the summer, beardtongue should get full sun all day, if possible. In the winter, they can handle a few hours of direct sun in the morning or late afternoon.

Beardtongue (Penstemon 'Welsh Dawn') is a perennial that should be pruned lightly in late spring or early summer after flowering has stopped. You can trim off any spent flowers and cut back the tallest stems a few inches from the base. This type of pruning will help rejuvenate the plant and keep it from getting leggy and sparse. Prune out any desiccated or damaged foliage as well. Prune out any stray shoots growing from the base or side of the plant. Prune away any stems that may be crossing over each other. Prune lightly, as overpruning can reduce bloom the next season.