Name: Penstemon digitalis Husker Red #1
Brand: The Siebenthaler Company
SKU: Penstemon digitalis Husker Red #1
Price: 13.99 USD
Availability: InStock

Husker Red Penstemon

Reddish foliage, white flowers, beloved hummingbird magnet, drought tolerant

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Upright clumps of maroon-red foliage with a dark green underlay. White flowers with a tinge of pink are held on stems well above the foliage. Dislikes winter wetness. 30 - 36"

Botanical Name- Penstemon digitalis Husker Red

Pronunciation- PEN-stuh-mon dij-ih-TAY-liss

Foliage- Deciduous

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Mature Height-

Sun Exposure- Full sun to part sun

Soil Preferences- Average, well drained

Current Size- #1

Bloom Color- White / pale pink

Bloom Time- Early Summer

Companion Plants- Salvia nemorosa 'Caradonna' (maroon foliage vs purple spikes)

Fauna Attracted- Bees (especially bumble), hummingbirds

Plant Habit- Perennial

Care Rating- Moderate

Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - PP48B

Yearly Care Instructions- Deadhead for extended bloom; prefers well-drained soil and moderate watering.

Trimming Instructions- Deadhead during blooming. Cut back in late fall to early spring.

Fertilization Instructions- Apply a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) lightly in spring; low feeding need. Over-fertilizing in clay can lead to weak stems and fewer blooms.

Fertilizer Recommendation- Flower-tone

Possible Issues- Leaf spot, rust

We offer in store pickup or local delivery within 20 miles of either store- Delivery and Planting Guide

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