Penstemon digitalis ‘Husker Red’

General info: Penstemon digitalis ‘Husker Red’ is a North American native cultivar that thrives in dry to medium moisture soil in full sun. Penstemon digitalis is the native parent species that this cultivar was bred from. ‘Husker Red’s’ deep red foliage and bright white to pink blooms is what makes this cultivar stand out. It can reach heights up to three feet tall and is topped with these distinctive bright erect tubular blooms. These flowers bloom from spring to early summer. This native cultivar is tolerant of drought and occasional flooding but requires well drained soil. For the most colorful foliage plant this species in full sun.

Landscape uses: Penstemon digitalis ‘Husker Red’ is a very attractive versatile cultivar. Firstly, its colorful foliage and unique bright blooms make it a very attractive species to landscapers and gardeners. Plant this species in a native wildflower garden or as an accent plant. It would also be a fantastic perennial border for a path or edging along a cottage garden. This species is very adaptable to moisture as long as the soil has good drainage. Lastly this species could be used in mass in a sunny dry area where other species may not tolerate.