An evergreen subshrub with purple-tinged mid-green leaves and large tubular-shaped, pretty red to deep pink flowers suffused white in summer. Max Height 80cm. Max Spread 45cm. Flowers June to August. Full sun. Protect from frost. Water thoroughly before planting.
Penstemon isophyllus
An evergreen subshrub with purple-tinged mid-green leaves and large tubular-shaped, pretty red to deep pink flowers suffused white in summer.
Category: Perennials
Additional information
Generic | Penstemon |
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Species | isophyllus |
Varietry | |
Common Name | |
Flower Colour | red, pink |
Soil | Poor |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 80cm |
Family | Scrophulariaceae |
Spread | 45cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Erect |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | June, August |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Well drained |
Protection | Sheltered site |
Hardiness | Protect from frost |
Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
Care | Provide a deep winter mulch |
Border | Border |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | |
Propagation |
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