Penstemon are attractive, medium sized perennials and are the showiest by far, putting on a terrific display of colour in the summer and autumn months.
Penstemon x hybrid ‘Hidcote Pink’ |
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Botanical Name |
Penstemon x hybrid |
Common Name |
Penstemon |
Key Features |
Penstemon are attractive, medium sized perennials and are the showiest by far, putting on a terrific display of colour in the summer and autumn months. The foliage is glossy green. |
Size |
Grows to 1m high x 1m wide |
Position |
Prefers full sun. Will tolerate frost. |
Description |
Plants form a bushy upright clump, with glossy green foliage bearing several spikes of large soft salmon pink trumpet flowers. |
Cultural Notes |
Remove spent flower heads to encourage re-blooming. Prune and feed after flowering to keep the plant compact and healthy. |
Landscape Ideas |
Great addition to any garden. They can be used as a specimen plant, in containers, en masse for effect and can be mixed with other perennials to form a lovely cottage garden. |
Water Requirements |
Moderate |
Salmon pink bell shaped flowers |