{"product_id":"penstemon-husker-red","title":"Penstemon 'Husker Red'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePenstemon digitalis 'Husker Red'\u003c\/strong\u003e is a striking native perennial with deep burgundy foliage and upright stems topped with white tubular flowers that often carry a soft pink blush. The dark foliage provides strong contrast in the garden while the early summer flowers bring a lively display of pollinator activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight \u0026amp; Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24 - 36 in x 12 - 24 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late spring to early summer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Average to dry well drained soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low; drought tolerant once established\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deer resistant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNative Status\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePenstemon digitalis is native to the eastern and central United States and 'Husker Red' is a cultivated selection of this native species. It retains the adaptability and wildlife value of the species while offering distinctive burgundy foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWILDLIFE \u0026amp; INSECTS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHummingbirds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracts hummingbirds which are drawn to the tubular white flowers for their readily accessible nectar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eButterflies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides nectar for butterflies including Painted Ladies and other early season species visiting the upright flower spikes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBees\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracts native bees and bumblebees which gather nectar and pollen from the tubular flowers during the early summer bloom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpacing \u0026amp; Landscape Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing Recommendations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpace 18 - 24 in apart to give each upright clump enough room to develop while creating a full planting over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape Placement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWell suited to sunny borders, native plantings, cottage gardens, pollinator gardens, and naturalized areas where its burgundy foliage provides contrast throughout the season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompanion Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAllium 'Medusa' (Ornamental Onion)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds rounded lavender pink flowers and unusual twisting foliage that contrasts with the upright form of Husker Red.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBaptisia australis (Blue False Indigo)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Brings blue flowers and substantial foliage that complement the dark stems and white blooms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNepeta faassenii 'Walker's Low' (Catmint)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Creates a soft spreading edge with lavender flowers that complement the white penstemon blooms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSchizachyrium scoparium (Little Bluestem)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds upright grass texture and warm fall color while complementing the plant's native character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolidago rugosa 'Fireworks' (Rough Goldenrod)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Extends the pollinator display later into the season with airy golden flower clusters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cicconi Farms","offers":[{"title":"2 Gallon","offer_id":48035913269409,"sku":"PENSTEMON DIGITALIS HUSKER RED","price":12.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0359\/3329\/0634\/files\/Penstemondigitalishuskerred.png?v=1791485677","url":"https:\/\/cicconi-farms.myshopify.com\/products\/penstemon-husker-red","provider":"Cicconi Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}