Penstemon digitalis 'Husker Red'
Beardtongue
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Penstemon digitalis 'Husker Red' - A Bold and Elegant Perennial
Penstemon digitalis 'Husker Red', commonly known as Beardtongue, is a bold and elegant perennial that adds a striking contrast to the garden with its dark burgundy foliage and delicate white to pale pink flowers. Perfect for borders, cottage gardens, and wildlife gardens, 'Husker Red' brings both beauty and interest to various garden settings.
The standout feature of Penstemon digitalis 'Husker Red' is its dramatic dark burgundy foliage. This rich, deep colour provides a stunning backdrop for the plant's white to pale pink flowers, which bloom from late spring to early summer. These tubular blooms attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies, enhancing the ecological health of your garden. The upright growth habit and airy flower spikes add height and a touch of elegance to garden beds and borders.
Caring for Penstemon digitalis 'Husker Red' is straightforward, making it suitable for gardeners of all experience levels. Plant Beardtongue in well-drained, moderately fertile soil and ensure it receives plenty of sunlight, though it can also thrive in partial shade. Water regularly to keep the soil evenly moist, especially during dry periods. To encourage continuous blooming and maintain a tidy appearance, deadhead spent flowers regularly. In late autumn, cut back the stems to ground level to prepare the plant for winter. With its low maintenance needs, striking foliage, and beautiful flowers, Penstemon digitalis 'Husker Red' is a wonderful addition to any garden, providing long-lasting colour and attracting beneficial pollinators.
Common Name: Beardtongue
Latin Name: Penstemon digitalis 'Husker Red'
Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil
Position: Full sun to partial shade
Flowering Period/Colour: Late spring to early summer; white to pale pink flowers
Hardiness: Hardy perennial
Eventual Height/Spread: 75-90 cm height; 45-60 cm spread
Special Feature: Dark burgundy foliage; excellent for borders, cottage gardens, and wildlife gardens
Mature Height:
0.1-0.5 metres
Mature Width:
0.5-1 metres
Growth Habit:
Bushy
Soil Ph:
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Type:
Chalky, Sandy, Loamy
Planting Position:
Full sun, Partial shade
Weather Exposure:
Sheltered, Exposed
Hardiness:
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H5
Uses:
Attractive To Wildlife
Uses:
Border
Uses:
Cottage/Informal
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