Husker Beardtongue
Penstemon 'Husker's Red'
Beardtongue
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Deep burgundy foliage of this tough and reliable perennial. Place among bright leafed plants to accentuate deep spring color. Hummingbird friendly.
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Plant facts
Good to know
- Attracts pollinators.
- Waterwise — suited to low-water landscapes once established.
- Deer resistant.
- Does well at higher elevations.
- Low maintenance.
- A good park-strip plant (Flip the Strip collection).
- Suitable for Utah Lake secondary water systems.
- Tolerates rock mulch.
Quick answers
How big does Husker Beardtongue get?
About 24-30" tall and 12" wide at maturity.
How much sun does Husker Beardtongue need?
Full Sun to Part Shade (3 to 6+ hours Sun).
How much water does Husker Beardtongue need?
Low water use — it is one of our waterwise plants.
Will Husker Beardtongue grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 3, so it suits sites in zone 3 or warmer, which covers most of the region. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Is Husker Beardtongue deer resistant?
Yes, deer usually leave it alone.
Where can I buy Husker Beardtongue in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah carries it, but it is not available right now. You can join the waitlist to hear when it's back.
Can landscape contractors buy Husker Beardtongue wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.
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