Foxglove beardtongue

Penstemon digitalis

Bloom time: June - July

Bloom Color: White, Pale Purple

Height:  4 ft

Sun exposure: Full/Partial

Soil Moisture: Medium - Dry

Deer resistant: Yes

Other Common Names: Smooth Penstemon, Eastern Beardtongue

Fun facts:

Foxglove Beardtongue is an important nectar source for pollinators, especially bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. Its tubular flowers are perfectly shaped for long-tongued insects. Besides pollinators, it also attracts beneficial insects like ladybugs and predatory beetles, which help control garden pests.

It is highly cold-hardy, thriving in USDA hardiness zones 3-8, which allows it to survive harsh winters and low temperatures. Its resilience makes it a suitable choice for gardens in temperate climates, where it can withstand cold winters and emerge robust in the spring

 

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