A low, shrubby alpine with pretty rosy red flowers in late spring and early summer. Max Height 15cm to 20cm. Max Spread 30cm. Flowers May to June. Partial shade. Protect from frost. Water thoroughly before planting.
Penstemon laetus var. roezlii
A low, shrubby alpine with pretty rosy red flowers in late spring and early summer.
Category: Alpines
Additional information
Generic | Penstemon |
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Species | laetus |
Varietry | var. roezlii |
Common Name | |
Flower Colour | red |
Soil | Dry |
Aspect | Partial shade |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 15cm, 20cm |
Family | Scrophulariaceae |
Spread | 30cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Low spreading |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | May, June |
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 | Rock garden |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | |
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