{"product_id":"penstemon-digitalis-huskers-red-beard-tongue","title":"Penstemon digitalis ‘Huskers Red’ (Beard Tongue)","description":"\u003c!-- Left Side: Description --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"growing-left-zone\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePenstemon digitalis ‘Huskers Red’ (Beard Tongue)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHuskers Red Beard Tongue\u003c\/strong\u003e is a striking perennial known for its deep burgundy-red foliage and tall spikes of tubular white flowers. Blooming in late spring through early summer, it adds dramatic color and vertical interest to garden beds and pollinator landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlso Known As (AKA):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHuskers Red Penstemon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeard Tongue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed Foliage Penstemon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis hardy native perennial is prized for its attractive foliage, drought tolerance, and ability to attract hummingbirds and butterflies. It blends beautifully into cottage gardens, prairie plantings, and mixed perennial borders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeep burgundy-red foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTall spikes of white tubular flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracts hummingbirds and butterflies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrought tolerant once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent for borders and native gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong-lasting seasonal interest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage tidiness and occasional reblooming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Right Side: Growing Info --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"growing-right-zone\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"growing-zone-sub\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Zones: 3–8 (Outdoors)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"outdoor-map\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"USDA Hardiness Zones 3–8 Map\" style=\"width: 100%;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0260\/0619\/2212\/files\/3-8.png?v=1\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"available-detail\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"plant-details-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e36–48 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Width:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18–24 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull Sun to Partial Shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePenstemon digitalis ‘Huskers Red’\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlowering Perennial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpecial Feature:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRed Foliage, Pollinator Friendly, Drought Tolerant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- FAQ Section --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ's\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"section2\" class=\"faq pdp-faq-div\"\u003e\n\u003cinput type=\"checkbox\" id=\"faq-a\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-heading\"\u003eWhat is Huskers Red Beard Tongue?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-arrow\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-text\"\u003eIt is a flowering perennial known for its burgundy foliage and white tubular flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cinput type=\"checkbox\" id=\"faq-b\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-heading\"\u003eDoes it attract pollinators?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-arrow\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-text\"\u003eYes, hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees are attracted to its blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cinput type=\"checkbox\" id=\"faq-c\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-heading\"\u003eIs it drought tolerant?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-arrow\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-text\"\u003eYes, once established it tolerates dry conditions well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cinput type=\"checkbox\" id=\"faq-d\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-heading\"\u003eWhen does it bloom?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-arrow\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-text\"\u003eIt blooms from late spring into early summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cinput type=\"checkbox\" id=\"faq-e\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-heading\"\u003eHow much sunlight does it need?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-arrow\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-text\"\u003eIt grows best in full sun to partial shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Pixies Gardens","offers":[{"title":"1 Gallon","offer_id":54128937337107,"sku":"PX-PEDIHURE-1GA","price":62.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/1961\/4483\/files\/PNS-HuskerRed-CW.webp?v=1781084382","url":"https:\/\/homeandgardensforless.com\/products\/penstemon-digitalis-huskers-red-beard-tongue","provider":"homeandgardensforless.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}