A perennial with bluish green leaves and tubular-shaped, pretty blue to violet-blue, sometimes pink flowers in spring. Max Height 30cm to 60cm. Max Spread 30cm. Flowers April to May. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Penstemon glaber
A perennial with bluish green leaves and tubular-shaped, pretty blue to violet-blue, sometimes pink flowers in spring.
Additional information
| Generic | Penstemon |
|---|---|
| Species | glaber |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | blue, violet, purple, pink |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Semi-evergreen |
| Height | 30cm, 60cm |
| Family | Scrophulariaceae |
| Spread | 30cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Bushy |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | blue, 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 | Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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