Quick answer: Foxglove beardtongue (Penstemon digitalis) is native to 35 states. What's commonly sold under this name is the true wild species. It's typically seed, verified 15 Sep 2026.
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Where it's native
Listed in the directory as native to these states. Click a state for its full native-plant guide.
Growing conditions
From the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center Native Plant Database.
| Sun | Sun, Part Shade |
|---|---|
| Water | Low-High water, Dry-Wet |
| Soil | Fertile, well-drained loams, clay loams, and sand, acid preferably |
| Bloom | Bloom May-Jul |
| Height | Up to 5 ft tall |
| Wildlife value | Attracts hummingbirds and bumblebees, special value to native and bumble bees |
Buying it
Sold true to the wild species as of the last check (15 Sep 2026), via Amazon.
Sold as: Seed via Amazon · listing verified 15 Sep 2026
See where to buy →Quick answers about Foxglove beardtongue
Where is Foxglove beardtongue native?
Foxglove beardtongue (Penstemon digitalis) is native to 35 states across the Northeast, Midwest and South. Check your state's page in this directory for the full list of plants native where you live.
When does Foxglove beardtongue bloom?
Foxglove beardtongue blooms May-Jul. Exact timing shifts a few weeks with latitude and elevation.
What growing conditions does Foxglove beardtongue need?
Light: Sun, Part Shade. Water: Low-High water, Dry-Wet. Soil: Fertile, well-drained loams, clay loams, and sand, acid preferably. Mature height: Up to 5 ft tall.
Is Foxglove beardtongue good for pollinators and wildlife?
Yes. Wildlife value: Attracts hummingbirds and bumblebees, special value to native and bumble bees.
Is Foxglove beardtongue deer-resistant or drought-tolerant?
Foxglove beardtongue is deer-resistant, drought-tolerant and handles wet soil.
Where can I buy real Foxglove beardtongue seed or plants?
We found a listing sold as seed that names the true species, last checked 15 Sep 2026. Look for the scientific name Penstemon digitalis on any listing.
Similar native plants
Native plants that share growing conditions or range with Foxglove beardtongue.
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