Foxglove Beardtongue – Penstemon digitalis Cheap Cost

Foxglove beardtongue is a popular native perennial that is found naturally growing along prairies and open woods in the eastern and southern United States, and it belongs in your garden, too! It blooms in early summer with white, sometimes light pink, tubular flowers full of nectar, practically beckoning all local butterflies and hummingbirds to pay a visit. Growing up to 5’ tall, this perennial is great for adding vertical interest in sunny borders or mass-planted meadows, deterring deer and other pests in the process. No matter where this plant calls home, its sure to be buzzing with activity.

Vital Details:

Plant size: 3-4’ tall x 18” wide

Light: Sun (6+ hrs/day) to part-sun (4-6 hours sun)

Water: Average water needs. Drought-tolerant once established.

Hardiness: 3-8 (Find your hardiness zone)

Season of interest: Late spring to early summer

Pollinator value: Attracts bees, hummingbirds, and butterflies of all types and other pollinating insects. Attracts songbirds to the garden.

Host plant to the following: Host plant for the Chalcedony Midget moth and Chalcedon Checkerspot butterfly.

Notable Features: Native, deer-resistant, drought-tolerant, spring-blooming, summer-blooming, pollinator-friendly, cut flower, salt-tolerant

Pot Size: One quart

Plant Name: Penstemon digitalis, or smooth white penstemon