Penstemon digitalis 'Husker Red,' commonly known as Beardtongue, is a beautiful cultivar renowned for its striking reddish-purple foliage and spikes of white to pale pink, tubular flowers that bloom in late spring to early summer. The dark, burgundy leaves provide a stunning contrast to the soft-colored flowers, making it a standout in the garden, while the flowers attract hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies. This perennial has a neat, upright growth habit and thrives in full sun to partial shade with well-drained soil, making it an ideal choice for perennial borders or mixed beds. 'Husker Red' is drought-tolerant once established, requiring minimal care while offering season-long visual interest with its combination of foliage and blooms. With its unique foliage color, graceful flower spikes, and pollinator appeal, Penstemon digitalis 'Husker Red' is a versatile and attractive addition to gardens looking for both beauty and wildlife support.
· ORIGIN - Northeast/midwest Native cv.
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - Full sun
· FLOWER COLOR - white
· HEIGHT - 24-36"
· HABIT - semi-evergreen
· MOISTURE - moist/well drained
· HARDINESS ZONES - 3-8
Penstemon digitalis 'Husker Red,' commonly known as Beardtongue, is a beautiful cultivar renowned for its striking reddish-purple foliage and spikes of white to pale pink, tubular flowers that bloom in late spring to early summer. The dark, burgundy leaves provide a stunning contrast to the soft-colored flowers, making it a standout in the garden, while the flowers attract hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies. This perennial has a neat, upright growth habit and thrives in full sun to partial shade with well-drained soil, making it an ideal choice for perennial borders or mixed beds. 'Husker Red' is drought-tolerant once established, requiring minimal care while offering season-long visual interest with its combination of foliage and blooms. With its unique foliage color, graceful flower spikes, and pollinator appeal, Penstemon digitalis 'Husker Red' is a versatile and attractive addition to gardens looking for both beauty and wildlife support.
· ORIGIN - Northeast/midwest Native cv.
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - Full sun
· FLOWER COLOR - white
· HEIGHT - 24-36"
· HABIT - semi-evergreen
· MOISTURE - moist/well drained
· HARDINESS ZONES - 3-8
