Husker Red Beard Tongue (#1)

Name: Husker Red Beard Tongue (#1)
Brand: Pro Growers of New England, Inc
SKU: PGNE-41041
Price: 15.0 USD
Availability: InStock

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Penstemon digitalis 'Husker Red'

Choose Husker Red Beard Tongue for dry, sunny perennial beds where upright white flowers and dark stems can stand out; the tradeoff is weak deer resistance, so it is not our pick for heavy browse areas.

Buy This If

You want upright white flower spikes.
Your soil runs dry to average.
You like dark stems and spring foliage.

Skip This If

Deer feed heavily in your yard.
The bed stays wet after rain.
You need a spreading groundcover.

PGNE Report Card

Category	Grade	Why
Landscape Impact	B	The white flower spikes and dark stems give a clean early-summer vertical accent without overwhelming nearby perennials.
Growth Rate	A-	It fills in quickly for a perennial when planted in a site that drains well.
Maintenance	B	It is not fussy, but trimming spent stems keeps the clump looking cleaner.
Deer Resistance	B+	Deer tend to leave this alone, though hungry deer may sample it where pressure is heavy.
Small Space Fit	A-	Its upright habit gives good flower show without taking over a smaller bed.

Our Experience

At PGNE, we'd typically recommend this for sunny perennial mixes with leaner soil, not damp foundation beds or places where deer are daily visitors.

Plant Facts

Mature Height	2.5 ft
Mature Width	1.5 ft
Hardiness Zones	4a-8b
Spacing	1.5 ft
Sun	Full Sun to Part Shade
Moisture	Dry to average
Growth Habit	Upright, clumping

Customers Usually Ask

Does it make a good cut flower?

Yes, the flower spikes work well for cutting.

Will it handle dry soil?

Yes, dry to average soil suits it better than wet ground.

Should I trim it after bloom?

Yes, cutting spent flower stems keeps the clump looking cleaner.

Why Choose Perennials for Your Garden?

Return Year After Year: Perennials come back each season, reducing replanting costs while increasing garden maturity
Extended Seasonal Interest: With proper selection, you can enjoy continuous blooms from spring through fall.
Low Long-Term Maintenance: Once established, many perennials require minimal upkeep and become more resilient over time.

The Pro Growers of New England Advantage — Perennials

Perennials bring dependable color, texture, and seasonal interest to your landscape year after year. At Pro Growers of New England, our perennials are grown locally and selected for reliable performance in New England’s soil, temperature swings, and growing conditions.

We welcome customers to visit the nursery, explore our selection in person, and choose healthy, well-developed plants with confidence. When you purchase perennials from PGNE, you’re investing in locally grown varieties chosen for longevity, repeat bloom performance, and long-term garden success.

Pro Growers of New England, Inc

SKU:PGNE-41041

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Husker Red Beard Tongue (#1)