Foxglove Beardtongue (Penstemon digitalis)-Hort Answers - University of Illinois Extension
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Wildflowers

Foxglove Beardtongue
Penstemon digitalis

Foxglove Beardtongue
Foxglove Beardtongue
 
Features
Tubular white flowers. 
 
Culture
Full sun; moist, well drained soils. 
 
Mature Height
2-4 Feet
 
Native To:
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Michigan
Missouri
Ohio
Wisconsin
 
USDA Hardiness Zone
4 - 8 
 
Bloom Color
White
 
 
Bloom Season
May - July
 
Soil Conditions
Moist, Well-Drained
 
 
Exposure/Light Requirements
Full Sun
 
 
Pests and Problems

Environmental Damage


Additional pests and problems that may affect this plant:

No serious insect or disease problems.
 
Additional Notes
Found in prairies and open woods.