Penstemon digitalis
A short-lived deer-tolerant perennial with an original native range some sources allege was limited to the Mississippi River basin. Foxglove Beardtongue’s common and species name suggest its flowers’ similarity to foxglove, though they are different species. It forms clumps and is found in moist areas, including prairies and open woods. Flowers are showy and bloom late spring into early summer, attracting butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees, and so provide an abundant source of nectar between spring ephemerals and summer flowers. Foxglove beardtongue is a great option for poorly drained clay, though it won’t tolerate wet shade.
Seed for this plant was collected within 250 miles of Arthur’s Point Farm.
Zone: 3-8 (Map)
Habitat: Adaptable: full sun to light shade, dry or moist soil.
Growth: Up to 2’ wide and 5’ tall at maturity.
Foxglove beardtongue is a short-lived deer-tolerant perennial with showy late spring blooms which provide an abundant source of nectar between spring ephemerals and summer flowers.
Foxglove beardtongue is a short-lived deer-tolerant perennial with showy late spring blooms which provide an abundant source of nectar between spring ephemerals and summer flowers.
Penstemon digitalis
A short-lived deer-tolerant perennial with an original native range some sources allege was limited to the Mississippi River basin. Foxglove Beardtongue’s common and species name suggest its flowers’ similarity to foxglove, though they are different species. It forms clumps and is found in moist areas, including prairies and open woods. Flowers are showy and bloom late spring into early summer, attracting butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees, and so provide an abundant source of nectar between spring ephemerals and summer flowers. Foxglove beardtongue is a great option for poorly drained clay, though it won’t tolerate wet shade.
Seed for this plant was collected within 250 miles of Arthur’s Point Farm.
Zone: 3-8 (Map)
Habitat: Adaptable: full sun to light shade, dry or moist soil.
Growth: Up to 2’ wide and 5’ tall at maturity.
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