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Perennial

Husker Red Penstemon

Penstemon digitalis 'Husker Red'

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Dramatic burgundy-red foliage all season with white tubular flowers in late spring. The most striking native penstemon for gardens.

Bloom Season
May - Jun
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Sun Requirements
○ Full Sun6+ hours direct
◐ Part Sun4-6 hours
Water Needs
Low
Drought tolerant
Size & Zones
2-3' tall
USDA Zones 3-8
Bloom Colors
White
Pink
Traits
♣ Native Species✿ Pollinator Friendly❖ Hummingbird Magnet△ Deer Resistant❄ Winter Interest
Soil
LoamSandyPoor Soil
Pairs Well With
Coneflower
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Catmint
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Black-Eyed Susan
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Little Bluestem
Grass