Native - American
Penstemon digitalis 'Husker Red'
Foxglove Penstemon
Plant Type: Native - American
Exposure: Sun Tolerant
FULL Sun
Foliage emerges purple-bronze and matures to green. Profusion of white flowers on wiry stems. Grows best in full sun and moist soil. [PPA-1996]
Height24-36"
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Spread18"
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Growth HabitTHRILLER (upright)
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Landscape Application:
Group or mass in beds, borders, cottage gardens and cutting gardens.
Penstemon digitalis 'Husker Red' Plant Care:
Needs good drainage, avoid wet soil conditions.
USDA Hardiness Zone: Zone 3 (-40/-30F)
Foxglove Penstemon Merit Awards and Special Collections
Foxglove Penstemon Characteristics & Attributes
Season of Interest
EARLY (March-April), MIDSEASON (May-June)
Mid Season (May - June)
Late Season (July - frost)
Soil Moisture Needs
Low to moderate soil moisture.
Average
Moderate
Special Benefits
Cut Flower / or Foliage
Nature Attraction
Butterflies
Hummingbirds