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.
Category: Perennials
Additional information
Generic | Penstemon |
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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 | |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | |
Propagation |
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