RedCrocus Husker Red Beardtongue Penstemon digitalis 'Husker Red'- Vibrant Red Foliage & Violet Blue Flowers, Attracts Pollinators, Container & Garden Plant 1 Gallon (Pack of 10)
RedCrocus Husker Red Beardtongue Penstemon digitalis 'Husker Red'- Vibrant Red Foliage & Violet Blue Flowers, Attracts Pollinators, Container & Garden Plant 1 Gallon (Pack of 10)
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'Husker Red' Beardtongue (Penstemon digitalis 'Husker Red')
Description
'Husker Red' Beardtongue features upright spikes of deep red foliage with tall, tubular, violet-blue flowers in late spring to early summer. It is a perennial that attracts pollinators and adds vibrant color to gardens.
Suggested Uses
Ideal for borders, pollinator gardens, and sunny perennial beds. It works well in naturalized areas and mixed plantings for added color and texture.
Plant Details
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Botanical Name: Penstemon digitalis 'Husker Red' -
Common Name: Husker Red' Beardtongue -
Size & Growth: 24-36 inches tall, 12-18 inches wide; clump-forming perennial -
Hardiness Zones: 3-8 -
Foliage Type: Deciduous, deep burgundy red leaves -
Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer -
Growth Rate: Moderate to fast -
Light Requirements: Full sun to part shade -
Attracts Pollinators: Yes, bees and butterflies -
Indoor Friendly: Not typically grown indoors -
Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for containers with proper drainage -
Deer Resistant: Yes -
Pet Warning: Generally non-toxic -
Fragrant: Lightly fragrant foliage -
Cut Flower: Suitable for floral arrangements -
Grows Well With: Other native perennials, grasses, and bottom-grown plants
Care Tips
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Planting Instructions: Plant in full sun in well-drained soil; space 12-18 inches apart. -
Soil Moisture: Keep consistently moist but well-drained -
Soil Type: Loamy, sandy, or rocky soils with good drainage -
Humidity: Tolerant of average garden humidity -
Pruning Instructions: Deadhead spent flowers to prolong bloom; cut back in late fall or early spring -
Winter Care: Mulch for protection in colder zones; minimal winter care needed -
Planting Depth: Set root crown at soil level -
Fertilization: Apply balanced fertilizer in spring -
Special Care: Avoid overly wet winter conditions to prevent root rot
