Lovely Penstemon. An erect perennial with deep green leaves and pretty, tubular, lavender or purple flowers in early summer. Max Height 60cm. Max Spread 30cm. Flowers June to July. Partial shade. Protect from frost. Water thoroughly before planting.
Penstemon whippleanus
An erect perennial with deep green leaves and pretty, tubular, lavender or purple flowers in early summer.
Additional information
| Generic | Penstemon |
|---|---|
| Species | whippleanus |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Lovely Penstemon |
| Flower Colour | lavender, purple |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Partial shade |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 60cm |
| Family | Scrophulariaceae |
| Spread | 30cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Erect |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | June, July |
| 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 | |
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| Maintenance | |
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