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Husker Red Penstemon (Beardtongue)

Penstemon digitalis 'Husker Red'

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Known for its red foliage and stems, with white flowers that are tinged pink. Blooms early to midsummer. The leaves are 7" long and toothed. Utilize in a perennial border, natural plantings, or rock gardens. Also good as a cut flower. Well-drained soil is essential as it will rot in wet soils. Perennial Plant of the Year for 1996.
Hardy to -40°F
Maximum Elevation: 9,000 ft.

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  • Husker Red Penstemon...©photo ArborTanics Inc.
  • Photo Courtesy of Bailey Nurseries Inc.
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  • Photo Courtesy of Ball Horticultural Company
  • Photo Courtesy of Ball Horticultural Company
Description Known for its red foliage and stems, with white flowers that are tinged pink. Blooms early to midsummer. The leaves are 7" long and toothed. Utilize in a perennial border, natural plantings, or rock gardens. Also good as a cut flower. Well-drained soil is essential as it will rot in wet soils. Perennial Plant of the Year for 1996. Hardy to -40°F Maximum Elevation: 9,000 ft.
SKU PEN-HUS
Flower Color Group White
Flowering Season Spring, Summer
USDA Hardiness Zone 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
Growth Rate Fast
Water Needs Low, Moderate
Light Needs Full Sun
Mature Height 24-36 in.
Mature Width 18-24 in.
Mature Size (generic) PERENNIAL (2-3 Ft. Tall)
Name Husker Red Penstemon (Beardtongue)