beardtongue

Penstemon digitalis

Beardtongue is a flowering plant species in the plantain family. It is a native of North America, growing mainly in midwestern and eastern United States. It is a tall, leafy plant that produces long, tubular flowers with white, blue or purple corolla and a yellow or white beard-like marking. These plants are drought tolerant and can reach up to 7 feet in height when they mature. Beardtongue is often used for landscaping, as the plants produce abundant vibrant blooms throughout the summer. This perennials spends the winter dormant and can withstand temperatures as low as -30 degrees Celsius.