Penstemon digitalis (foxglove beardtongue)
Hardy Perennial
Family: Plantaginaceae
 
Light Preference: Sun to part shade
Moisture Preference: Medium moist, well drained soil - ensure not wet over winter
Height: to 1m in flower
Growth Habit: Lush rosette clump
Flowering season:  Late spring - early summer
 
Description: A beautiful glossy leaved, rosette forming hardy perennial, that is semi evergreen overwinter.  Distinctly larger foliage then other garden penstemons, it bears tall strong vertical flower stems, with airy clusters of smaller white tubular flowers.  Prefers full sun to part shade in medium dry well drained soil.  Look fantastic in en masse plantings.
 
Notes on cutting : Cut in the coolest part of the day and condition in deep water.  Tall strong stems with dainty flowerheads great for texture and lightness in an arrangement.
 
1L recycled plastic pot