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This native wildflower is extremely easy to grow, thriving in full sun to partial shade. Foxglove Beardtongue, or Penstemon digitalis, is an easy-to-grow wildflower that is native to Missouri.

This perennial wildflower looks spectacular when grown in masses and can make a stunning statement in a large-scale meadow. We think this is one of the most beautiful Penstemons in the entire Penstemon genus! (Perennial)

Is one of our more spectacular native plants. Poorly draining soils and freezing temperatures while the plant is still active are the biggest causes of plant mortality.The perennial is remarkably tolerant of drought conditions and is a stalwart presence...

Well, most species are evergreen and form small shrubs commonly referred to as sub-shrubs, hence are often referred to as the ‘Shrubby Penstemon'. Zone 5-8 is ideal, but they can survive zone 4 if protected by boughs in winter.

This miracle of nature is so amazing, I have tried to grow the cereus in my own garden but have not had the same amount of success. I remember thinking to myself if this is the sort of effort they make for the parking area; I cannot wait to see what is...

A multitude of tall spikes of small purple foxglove like blooms are born in spring on this evergreen native perennial. Great for butterflies, bees, & birds. Excellent as a cut flower.

Like all of our Penstemons, this one takes the heat and humidity in stride but is also very cold hardy. Dark purple flower stems hold its lilac purple flowers with their white flaring tubes high above the low mound of deep eggplant purple leaves.

Tubular, crimson-red blooms are a beacon to hummingbirds and butterflies. Flowers in profusion from June to September. Prefers full sun to partial shade. Tall and is deer and drought resistant.

Diseases & Pests: Prevent fungal troubles and root rot by spacing properly and planting in very well-drained soils. Grows With: Artemesia, Coreopsis, Veronica (Speedwell) Water Use: Medium Watering Details: 1" per week is plenty, but do not allow soil...

Spacing: 16-20". Loved by hummingbirds and butterflies these plants are drought, heat and deer resistant and are perfect in containers. Shipped: Potted. Height: 16-20". Blooms: Spring-Summer.

It flowers in June and July and thrives in cooler, wetter conditions.Because it is a Texas native, Gulf Coast Penstemon is a fantastic choice for southern gardeners for its use in mixed borders to add height and color.

Great for butterflies, bees, and birds. Large spikes of pure white foxglove-like flowers are born over a long period through spring and often well into summer on this beautiful clump forming native perennial.

This is also a good choice for wildflower gardens. A drought tolerant clump forming native perennial with a tidy habit that attracts Hummingbirds, butterflies, and multitude of other pollinators.

Often found on sunny gravel slopes, this gorgeous wildflower is frequented by hummingbirds, bumblebees and other pollinators. Zone: 4 – 9 Bloom Time: June – August Rate: 1 oz/ 150 square feet PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS: The ideal time to plant wildflowers...

Bright pink, long, trumpet-shaped flowers are borne in profusion on thin spikes in early summer. Penstemons are very drought tolerant perennials that are easy to grow and are rarely bothered by insects or diseases.

Rose-purple, trumpet-shaped flowers are borne in profusion on thin spikes in early summer. Penstemons are very drought tolerant perennials that are easy to grow and are rarely bothered by insects or diseases.

The extra large vibrant red and white flowers produced by Red Riding Hood are a big improvement over other Penstemons. Grows 18-24" tall and 18" wide in sunny garden areas. Deer resistant.

You will love this versatile, carefree source of color for the border or meadow garden! Zones 6-9. This Beardtongue grows spires of tubular flowers that are so big they dwarf the foliage, and yet the stems hold their picture-perfect form without any need...

But be sure to leave some on the plant -- hummingbirds and butterflies love this Penstemon almost as much as you do, and will visit your garden in droves to sip its nectar. One of the finest sources of blue color for the summer garden, Rocky Mountain...

After all, such startling color is too good to deny your vases! Zones 7-9. These neon-red flowers, clustered thickly atop tall, upright plants, begin in late spring or early summer and just won't stop until autumn is underway! The Cha Chatm series is...

It is not always a long lived perennial but readily reseeds on exposed soils if given the opportunity. Foxglove Penstemon or Beardtongue is a clump forming native perennial that is tolerant of a wide range of conditions from somewhat dry semi-shaded conditions...

It loves dry soil and doesn't mind poor fertility, heat, or other stresses. This means the plant will come true from seed. Boasting half the foliage of older varieties, Twizzle Purple also sports twice the flowering stem, bringing you longer, more elegant...

‘Twizzle's tall, dreamy spikes—spangled with petite, zingy deep-red blooms—bring colorful sizzle to the flowerbed or patio container from early summer into autumn. Super-attractive 27-31 inch flower spikes coruscate with small, bell-shaped, vivid...

The foliage is silvery-green and held well below the blooms, in neat rosettes. In flower the plant reaches 24 to 30 inches high in the sunny garden, a magnet for butterflies and bees.

Twizzle doesn't mind! Quite drought-tolerant once established in the garden, Twizzle sets masses of 1- to 1½-inch tubular blooms that serve as sirens to every pollinator in the neighborhood.

Pick a sunny site with rocky or sandy soil that is as weed free as possible. ( Penstemon nitidus ) Another pollinator favorite, these electric blue flowers will blow your mind and impress your friends! One of our favorite species on the farm and extremely...

Seed: Sept – May Bloom Height: 12 – 16″ Sun: Full Sun, some shade 500 Seeds / Covers 10 sq ft PLANTING DIRECTIONS: The best time to plant native wildflowers is during the fall, winter, or early spring.