PENSTEMON DIGITALIS HUSKER RED
Penstemon Digitalis Husker Red

Penstemon Digitalis Husker Red

£13.99

12 in stock

SKU: penstemon-digitalis-husker-red Category:
Common Name: Penstemon
Size: 2-3 Litre
Hardiness: H5
Hardiness Ratings

All ratings refer to the UK growing conditions unless otherwise stated. Minimum temperature ranges (in degrees ˚C) are shown in brackets

  • H1a: under glass all year (>15˚C)
  • H1b: can be grown outside in the summer (10 - 15 ˚C)
  • H1c: can be grown outside in the summer (5 - 10 ˚C)
  • H2: tolerant of low temperatures, but not surviving being frozen (1 to 5 ˚C)
  • H3: hardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK (-5 to 1 ˚C)
  • H4: hardy through most of the UK (-10 to -5 ˚C)
  • H5: hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters (-15 to -10 ˚C)
  • H6: hardy in all of UK and northern Europe (-20 to -15 ˚C)
  • H7: hardy in the severest European continental climates (< -20 ˚C)
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2-3 Litre Pot

  • Position: Full sun, partial shade
  • Soil: Moist, well drained
  • Growth Rate: Average-Fast
  • Flowering Period: Summer
  • Hardiness: H5
  • Eventual Height: 0.5-1m
  • Eventual Spread: 0.1-0.5m

Penstemon Husker Red, commonly known as just ‘Penstemon’,  is a popular herbaceous perennial plant with striking deep purple foliage and beautiful bright white tubular flowers. This hardy and low-maintenance plant is ideal for rock gardens, borders, and mixed perennial beds. With its long blooming period and ability to attract bees and butterflies, Penstemon Husker Red is a must-have for any garden.

This plant is easy to grow and can thrive in a variety of conditions, including full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil. With proper care, it can grow up to 1 metre tall and 1/2 metre wide, providing a stunning display of colour and texture. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced gardener, this is an excellent choice for adding beauty and diversity to your landscape.

Attracting wildlife and adding visual interest to any garden, Penstemon Husker Red is a true showstopper. Its rich foliage and white flowers make it a popular choice among garden enthusiasts, and its low-maintenance nature makes it an easy addition to any landscape. Whether you’re looking to create a colourful border or add interest to a rock garden, this is an excellent choice for any gardener.

How to care for your Penstemon Husker Red

  • Planting: Prefers well-draining soil and full sun to partial shade. Plant the seedlings in the Spring or early Summer, ensuring that they have enough space to grow.
  • Watering: Keep the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged. Water the plant deeply once a week, especially during hot and dry periods. However, make sure not to overwater as this can lead to root rot.
  • Fertilising: Fertilise in the Spring using a balanced fertiliser to encourage healthy growth and blooming.
  • Pruning: Prune the plant in the Autumn after the blooming season ends. Cut back the stems to a few inches above the ground to encourage new growth in the Spring.
  • Mulching: Mulch around the base of the plant in the Autumn to protect the roots from freezing temperatures and to retain moisture.

By following these care tips, you can enjoy a healthy and vibrant Penstemon Husker Red in your garden for years to come.

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Lets Go Planting

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