Can't ID this purple foliaged perennial

by MikeB
(Massachusetts)

Purple foliage and pink/white blossoms

I have a number of these purple foliaged perennials in a full sun garden bed. It is about 36" tall and has begun to bloom with these tiny pink/white flowers (see photo).

Since this garden was in full swing when I bought the house, I have spent the past year identifying each plant slowly and surely. This is one of the last plants I have to identify.

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Can't ID this purple foliaged perennial

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Husker Red
by: Anonymous

I also think this is Husker Red penstemon. It is a very pretty,tall plant that did well in Zone 5.

Penstemon
by: Anonymous

That is a type of Penstemon. I believe it is a Husker Red. I have those in my heavy clay, hot, dry garden. It has also been able to self sow. I live in zone 5. It is a very hearty perennial. Mine are at least 7 years old.

Husker Red Penstemon
by: Anonymous

I believe that is Husker Red Penstemon.

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