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penstemon digitalis husker red

You might think that the 'Husker Red' in this Penstemon's name refers to the pink-white, trumpet-shaped flowers it sports during the summer, but look more closely and you'll see that its foliage, too, is ruby red. What's more, these leaves are semi-evergreen, thus giving the plant a long season of interest. As if its beauty wasn't enough, this Beard Tongue is also an extremely practical choice for cottage gardens: it is weather-resistant and seemingly immune to slugs and other pests. These

A fantastic long-flowering variety which is undeterred by rain and drought, creating an eye-catching display throughout the summer and into autumn. Penstemon 'Husker Red' produces almost-white, trumpet flowers which appear above its deep red, semi-evergreen, slug resistant foliage. This much loved hardy perennial will look very effective in cottage and wildlife gardens, as well as making a wonderful cut flower. Height and Spread: 50cm (20).

A fantastic long-flowering variety which is undeterred by rain and drought, creating an eye-catching display throughout the summer and into autumn. Penstemon 'Husker Red' produces almost-white, trumpet flowers which appear above its deep red, semi-evergreen, slug resistant foliage. This much loved hardy perennial will look very effective in cottage and wildlife gardens, as well as making a wonderful cut flower. Height and Spread: 50cm (20).

Penstemon digitalis 'Husker Red' combines unique red foliage with pink-white petals to create a truly stunning effect. This hardy perennial, which is also known as Beard Tongue, is sure to become the focal point of any border or patio container when it bursts into bloom in June. Furthermore, Penstemon are remarkably resilient plants that continue to flower until September or October. The 'Husker Red' variety is therefore an ideal addition to any cottage, wildlife or cut flower garden. Height:

Mid to late summer flowering perennial with pink-tinted white flowers