Penstemon digitalis 'Husker Red Superior'

Penstemon 'Husker Red Superior' has bronze-red foliage and airy spikes of pale pink flowers in June. The new spring foliage looks great with daffoldils and tulips. In the fall, it turns a warmer shade of red.

Penstemon digitalis 'Husker Red' was named Perennial Plant of the Year in 1996. Husker Red Superior is said to have darker foliage than other seed strains.

Penstemon digitalis tolerates more shade and moisture than other penstemon species. It prefers slightly moist, well-drained soil.

Hardiness Zones: 3-9

Height: 30"

Spacing: 12"

Light: Full sun to part shade

Sowing Penstemon digitalis Seeds

Sow seeds outdoors in pots in late fall or winter. Or start indoors, then refrigerate the pots for 4 weeks. Lightly cover the seeds with soil.

Home-grown seeds.