Penstemon digitalis / Foxglove beardtongue

A clump-forming, Spring-to-Summer bloomer. It's trumpet-like blossoms are loved by all… bumble bees, mason bees, leaf-cutter bees, the Baltimore Checkerspot butterfly, sphinx moths, caterpillars, hummingbirds, song birds… it's a veritable buffet for local wildlife.

Generally avoided by deer. Avoid wet, poor-draining soils.

Note: can spread somewhat aggressively.

Zone: 3-8