Penstemon digitalis (Foxglove Beardtongue) grown in a quart size plot.
Penstemon digitalis (Foxglove Beardtongue) grown in LP50 size plugs.
Close-up of Penstemon digitalis (Foxglove Beardtongue) grown in LP50 size plugs.

Penstemon digitalis (Foxglove Beardtongue) Unity Grown

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Penstemon digitalis, otherwise known as foxglove beardtongue, is an upright, clump-forming perennial found in prairies, wood margins, and open forests through the eastern half of the United States. Growing to between two and five feet tall, Penstemon digitalis is perhaps best known for its tall spikes of white to pink colored foxglove-like flowers, which make up most of the plants' height and attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.

Penstemon digitalis thrives in full to part sun in any well-draining, medium moisture soil, though it tolerates a wide variety of soil conditions and even dry shade. In addition to its versatility in the garden, foxglove beardtongue has the added advantage of semi-evergreen foliage; though the plants' tall flower spikes are relatively short-lived, the plants' basal foliage is very long lasting, and turns from bright green to a dark, burgundy wine color in cooler weather, adding multi-season appeal.

Native to Maryland, Native to U.S., Straight Species, and Native to Eastern Shore
Mature Plant Height: Medium: 30-48" and Tall: 49-72"
Semi-evergreen
Sun (6+ hours) and Part Shade/Sun (4-6 hours of sun)
Soil Moisture: Well-drained and Wide Tolerance
Soil Type: Average, Poor, and Wide Tolerance
Bloom Time: Spring and Summer
Flower Color: White and Pink
Foliage color: Green and Purple
Features: Attracts Birds, Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Attracts Pollinators, Fall Color, and Winter Interest
Tolerances: Deer Tolerant, Dry Shade Tolerant, and Drought Tolerant
Garden Type: Pollinator Garden, Meadow, Woodland Garden, and Small Space

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