Foxglove Beardtongue

Penstemon Digitalis

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Overview

The Foxglove Beardtongue, Penstemon digitalis, thrives in USDA zones 3-8. This hardy perennial features tubular white flowers, blooming in late spring to early summer. It reaches 2 to 3 feet in height, with a 1.5-foot spread, attracting hummingbirds and butterflies. Well-suited for borders, the plant prefers full sun to part shade and well-drained soil. It's deer-resistant, making it a steadfast choice for diverse landscapes.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, Low, Very LowZones 3–8Climate Temperate

Foxglove Beardtongue (Penstemon Digitalis) — The Foxglove Beardtongue, Penstemon digitalis, thrives in USDA zones 3-8

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Extra in Summer, Low, Very Low
USDA zones: 3–8

Shape & size

Mature height: 3–5 Ft.
Mature width: 1.5–2 Ft.

Classification

Family: Plantaginaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Foxglove Beardtongue (Penstemon Digitalis) — scientifically known as Penstemon digitalis; yet easy-care plant will find the Penstemon digitalis to, image 48

Foxglove Beardtongue (Penstemon Digitalis) — which bloom from late spring to early summer; well-suited for borders, the plant prefers full sun to, image 52

Foxglove Beardtongue (Penstemon Digitalis) — It belongs to the Plantaginaceae family and thrives in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 8; sometimes, image 50

Foxglove Beardtongue (Penstemon Digitalis) — each delicately bell-shaped and intricately lined with fine hairs; yet easy-care plant will find the, image 51

Foxglove Beardtongue (Penstemon Digitalis) — sometimes taking on a reddish hue in fall, image 53

Foxglove Beardtongue (Penstemon Digitalis) — Foxglove Beardtongue prefers well-draining soil with a pH that is slightly acidic to neutral, image 55

Foxglove Beardtongue (Penstemon Digitalis) — and basal leaves remain evergreen in milder climates.<br><br>For optimal growth; yet easy-care plant, image 54

Foxglove Beardtongue (Penstemon Digitalis) — It is remarkably adaptable; sometimes taking on a reddish hue in fall, image 56

Foxglove Beardtongue (Penstemon Digitalis) — yet easy-care plant will find the Penstemon digitalis to be an astute choice for their garden, image 60

Foxglove Beardtongue (Penstemon Digitalis) — tolerant of drought once established; yet easy-care plant will find the Penstemon digitalis to be an, image 57

Foxglove Beardtongue (Penstemon Digitalis) — and can handle partial shade to full sun exposure; well-suited for borders, the plant prefers full sun, image 58

Foxglove Beardtongue (Penstemon Digitalis) — Clients seeking a stately; sometimes taking on a reddish hue in fall, image 59

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