• Husker Red Beard Tongue (Penstemon digitalis 'Husker Red')
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Husker Red Beard Tongue

Husker Red Beard Tongue

Penstemon digitalis 'Husker Red'

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🍂 Fall plants may look dormant. That's normal! We're a New England nursery, so our plants grow outdoors with the seasons. Leaves may brown or be trimmed back, but the roots are alive and will come back fresh in spring.
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About This Plant

A standout perennial with burgundy-red foliage and tall spikes of white flowers. Blooming in late spring and early summer, it adds striking foliage contrast while attracting bees and other pollinators.

Plant Details
Hardiness Zone 3-8
Sunlight Full Sun/Part Sun
Mature Size 2-2.5 ft tall
Bloom Color White
Maintenance Moderate
Drought Tolerant No
Deer & Rabbit Tolerant Yes
Pollinator Friendly Yes
Container Friendly Yes
Pet Safe Yes
Brand American Beauties Natives
Pet Safe is based on ASPCA guidance for dogs and cats. Any plant can cause mild stomach upset if eaten, so contact your vet if your pet eats a plant and seems unwell.
Planting & Care

How to Plant

Choose a spot with at least 4 hours of sun. Dig a hole twice as wide as the pot and plant at the same depth it was growing, gently loosening the roots. Water deeply after planting and add 2–3 in of mulch, keeping it off the stems. Hardy in USDA zones 3-8.

Watering & Feeding

Water deeply 1–2 times a week for the first season, about 1 in per week. Keep soil evenly moist, especially during heat and dry spells. Top-dress with compost in spring; most perennials don't need much fertilizer.

Pruning & Seasonal Care

Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms. Cut back after a hard frost, or leave stems standing for winter interest and tidy up in spring. Divide every 3–4 years if the center thins. Mulch in late fall to protect roots through the first winter.