Common Names: Foxglove Beardtongue

Scientific Name: Penstemon digitalis

Plant Characteristics

• Duration: Perennial

• Size: Typically grows to a height of 2-4 ft.

• Bloom Color: White to Pale Pink with Tubular Flowers

• Bloom Time: Late Spring to Early Summer

Growing Conditions

• Water Use: Low to Medium

• Light Requirement: Full Sun to Part Shade

• Soil Moisture: Well-drained

Ecological Benefits

Foxglove Beardtongue is a valuable addition to Maryland's gardens and natural landscapes. Its tubular white to pale pink flowers attract a variety of pollinators, including bees and hummingbirds, promoting local biodiversity. The unique beard-like structures on the flowers provide a distinctive visual element in gardens while supporting essential pollinator species. As a native perennial, Foxglove Beardtongue enhances the ecological and aesthetic value of the state's environments.