Foxglove Beardtongue
Penstemon digitalis
Foxglove Beardtongue
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A tall and eye-catching beardtongue with bright white flowers. Tolerates both drought and occasional over watering once established. Handles clay soil and hot, dry locations with ease. Highly attractive to most pollinators, including hummingbirds. Blooms in early summer for a month or two, reaching about 4 feet in height. Can handle light shade, but blooming may be reduced. Native to Eastern United States. May spread easily in the right conditions.
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Plant facts
Quick answers
How big does Foxglove Beardtongue get?
About 36"+ tall and 24" wide at maturity.
How much sun does Foxglove Beardtongue need?
Full Sun (6+ hours).
How much water does Foxglove Beardtongue need?
Low water use.
Will Foxglove Beardtongue grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 3, so it suits sites in zone 3 or warmer, which covers most of the region. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Where can I buy Foxglove Beardtongue in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah carries it, but it is not available right now. You can join the waitlist to hear when it's back.
Can landscape contractors buy Foxglove Beardtongue wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.