A creeping mat-forming shrubby alpine with mid-green leaves and pretty, tubular-shaped, violet-purple flowers in late spring. Max Height 15cm. Max Spread 20cm. Flowers April to May. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Penstemon davidsonii var. menziesii
A creeping mat-forming shrubby alpine with mid-green leaves and pretty, tubular-shaped, violet-purple flowers in late spring.
Category: Alpines
Additional information
Generic | Penstemon |
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Species | davidsonii |
Varietry | var. menziesii |
Common Name | |
Flower Colour | violet, purple |
Soil | Gritty |
Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
Foliage | Semi-evergreen |
Height | 15cm |
Family | Scrophulariaceae |
Spread | 20cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Mat-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 | |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | |
Propagation |
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