Beardtongue 'Husker Red'
Beardtongue 'Husker Red'
Penstemon digitalis ‘Husker Red’
Penstemon digitalis ‘Husker Red’
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- Robust perennial plant with reliable year-after-year growth.
- Distinctive, striking leaves in red-bronze for color all summer.
- Beautiful white tubular flowers in spring and summer.
- Attracts plenty of bees and butterflies for a lively garden.
- Easy to care for and suitable for prairie and border planting.
Penstemon digitalis ‘Husker Red’ Husker Red Penstemon (Foxglove Beardtongue) is a bold perennial with burgundy-red foliage and tall flower spikes that command attention in the garden.
It shines in sun to light shade, forms a sturdy clump, and supports a long bloom period. eye-catching red blossoms and drought tolerance make it a standout in mixed borders, beds, and pollinator-friendly spaces.
Ideal for gardeners seeking vigor and seasonal color, this plant pairs well with grasses and perennials, creating dynamic textures and year-round interest. hardy perennial appeal.
Care and Watering
Penstemon digitalis 'Husker Red' loves full sun and well-drained soil. Water deeply during dry spells and avoid soggy beds; let the topsoil dry before watering again.
Maintenance
Cut back after flowering to encourage new growth, lightly mulch, and remove spent blooms to extend the display.
Location
Choose a sunny, sheltered site with good drainage; avoid heavy clay that stays wet; space plants for air circulation.
Tips
Mulch 2–3 inches, feed with compost in spring, divide every 3–4 years, and deadhead to maximize bloom.
Penstemon digitalis 'Husker Red' Beardtongue offers a spectacular combination of striking leaves in reddish-brown and elegant bell-shaped white-pink flowers. This prairie-style perennial stands out in borders and mixed plant borders.
Over long flowering periods it attracts butterflies and bees and enhances the ornamental value of any garden collection.
| Flowering months | |
|---|---|
| Density per m2 | 6 a 9 |
| Standing | Part shade, Full sun |
| Properties | Cut flower., Deciduous. |
| Flower color | White |
| Leaf color | Purple |
Delivery costs
| BE € 4,95 | NL € 5,95 |
| DE € 6,95 | FR € 9,95 |
| AT € 14,95 | DK € 16,95 |
| IT € 16,95 | ES € 19,95 |
| SK € 19,95 | CZ € 19,95 |
| SE € 20,95 | IE € 20,95 |
| LU € 20,95 |
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