Thompson & Morgan Penstemon Digitalis Husker Red 1 Litre Potted Plant x 1

‘Husker Red’ is an extravagant variety of penstemon that not only has gorgeous purple-red towering foliage, it is also decorated with pearly white bright blooms! This show stopping hardy perennial penstemon will have you captivated all summer long through to early Autumn, due to its exceptionally long flowering period - June through to the end of September! A reliable and strong plant, whatever the weather! Perfect for cottage gardens, wildlife areas and even for cut flower displays! Grow penstemon in a sunny or semi shaded position on fertile, well drained soil. Penstemons can tolerate dry soils once established but dislike heavy soils that are particularly cold and wet in winter. Improve heavy soils by adding plenty of coarse grit prior to planting. Feed and water penstemons regularly until they are fully established. Once established they are reasonably tolerant of drought and will require little maintenance. Deadhead faded penstemon flowers to maintain the plant’s vigour and encourage further blooms to be produced. In cold areas apply a dry mulch of bark chips of straw around the crown of each plant in autumn. Leave the old foliage intact until spring to protect plants during winter. Product Specifications: Position: Full sun Height: Up to 75cm (29.5in) when fully established Spread: Up to 40cm (15.7in) when fully established Supplied as 1 x 1 Litre Pot. Delivered with growing and care instructions Images shown are for guidance only of the expected results from plants upon maturity. Different growing conditions might vary results. Image may be included for illustration of supply but can vary due to seasonality changes (e.g. deciduous plants lose leaves in colder months). Features: Dreamy purple-red foliage, complimented by pearly white bright blooms! Loved by the pollinating insects - Ideal for wildlife gardens! Spectacular summer displays from June all the way through to the end of September! 1 x 1 Litre Pot Specifications: Model Number: 58422