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can you plant foxgloves in pots Foxglove Beardtongue Plant SetsFoxglove Beardtongue (Penstemon digitalis) is a hardy, easy to grow perennial that bursts into bloom in late spring and early summer, attracting hummingbirds, native bees, butterflies, and moths. Its tall spikes of tubular, white flowers create a striking contrast against deep green foliage, adding height, texture, and beauty to garden beds, meadows, and pollinator friendly landscapes. Key Features: Pollinator Magnet: The tubular white flowers are

Foxglove Beardtongue (Penstemon digitalis) is a hardy, easy-to-grow perennial that bursts into bloom in late spring and early summer, attracting hummingbirds, native bees, butterflies, and moths. Its tall spikes of tubular, white flowers create a striking contrast against deep green foliage, adding height, texture, and beauty to garden beds, meadows, and pollinator-friendly landscapes.

Key Features:

• Pollinator Magnet: The tubular white flowers are specially shaped to attract hummingbirds and native bees, providing essential nectar.
• Seasonal Beauty: Blooms from late spring through early summer, bringing elegant color and movement to your garden.
• Wildlife Support: Offers nectar for hummingbirds, butterflies, bees, and moths, contributing to a healthy pollinator ecosystem.
• Low Maintenance: Once established, it thrives with minimal care, requiring little water and no chemical fertilizers.
• Deer Resistant: Naturally unappealing to deer, making it a reliable choice for gardens with wildlife activity.
• Pollinator-Safe: Grown non-GMO and free of harmful neonicotinoids, promoting a healthy ecosystem for pollinators and wildlife.

Available in sets of three, six, or 12  plants to suit gardens of any size.

Why Choose Foxglove Beardtongue?

Foxglove beardtongue is an excellent choice for gardeners looking to create a thriving pollinator habitat while adding vertical interest to their landscapes. Its elegant blooms provide a crucial nectar source for hummingbirds and bees, while its drought tolerance and low-maintenance nature make it an easy-care perennial that returns year after year. Perfect for native plant gardens, wildflower meadows, and sunny borders.

Planting Tips:

1. Location: Prefers full sun to part shade with well-drained soil.
2. Watering: Water regularly during the first growing season to establish deep roots. Once established, it is drought-tolerant.
3. Maintenance: Minimal care required. There's no need to deadhead the flowers, as allowing them to go to seed provides a valuable food source for birds. Leaving the stems standing in the fall offers overwintering sites for beneficial insects. If desired, cut back the stems in late spring after pollinators have emerged. 

For more information on planting, view our How to Plant Your Native Plants guide and other planting tips in the Garden for Wildlife Learning Center. 

Enhance your garden with the elegant, pollinator-friendly foxglove beardtongue. Its graceful white blooms, easy-care nature, and wildlife benefits make it a must-have for any native plant landscape.