A spring-flowering alpine with narrow leaves and tubular-shaped, pretty clear blue flowers, with a white throat. Max Height 30cm. Max Spread 25cm. Flowers April to May. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Penstemon alpinus
A spring-flowering alpine with narrow leaves and tubular-shaped, pretty clear blue flowers, with a white throat.
Additional information
| Generic | Penstemon |
|---|---|
| Species | alpinus |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | blue, white |
| Soil | Gritty |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Semi-evergreen |
| Height | 30cm |
| Family | Scrophulariaceae |
| Spread | 25cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Mound-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | April, May |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | Sheltered site |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Rock garden |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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| Maintenance | |
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