Husker Red Beardtongue – Penstemon

Penstemon digitalis ‘Husker Red’

Known for its red foliage and stems, with white flowers that are tinged pink. Blooms early to mid-summer. 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.

Height:
30″

Spread:
18-24″

Exposure:
Full Sun

Zone:
3-8

Information and photo courtesy of Bailey Nurseries