A perennial with narrow basal leaves, maroon-red when young and clusters of tubular-shaped, pretty white flowers, tinted pink in summer. Max Height 45cm to 70cm. Max Spread 30cm. Flowers June to August. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Penstemon digitalis ‘Husker Red’
A perennial with narrow basal leaves, maroon-red when young and clusters of tubular-shaped, pretty white flowers, tinted pink in summer.
Additional information
| Generic | Penstemon |
|---|---|
| Species | digitalis |
| Varietry | 'Husker Red' |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | white, pink |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Semi-evergreen |
| Height | 45cm, 70cm |
| Family | Scrophulariaceae |
| Spread | 30cm |
| Growth Speed | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green, red |
| Flowers From | June, August |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | Sheltered site |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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| Maintenance | |
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