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Penstemon watsonii
£1.95 – £5.00
Out of stock
Description
Vibrant blue flowers on sturdy stems.
This is from western USA with altitudes above 400m with vibrant blue flowers in summer. Great for pollinating insects and for adding some vibrant blue to the garden. Best grown in free draining soils in the border or large alpine garden.
Flowering: Summer
Hardiness: Hardy
Height: 30-40cm
Spread: 30cm
Common Name: Beardtongue / Beard Tongue / Watson’s Penstemon
Life Cycle: Perennial
Family: Plantaginaceae
Foliage: lanceolate
Basic Colour: ( blue )
Flower Colour: blue
Natural Flowering: May – July
Winter Hardiness: Hardy
Height with Flowers: 40cm
Soil Requirements: well-drained / average / moist / dry
Soil ph: acid / alkaline / neutral
Location: container / rock garden / border / cottage garden / Mediterranean
Usage: ornamental / bee food plant / attracts butterflies
Pruning: dead head to prolong flowering period
Tolerates: drought tolerant / deer resistance / rabbit resistance
Origin: USA
Additional information
Weight | 100 g |
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Pot Size | 1x 3cm Plug Sold Out, 1 x 9cm Pot |
Ann Cann (verified owner) –
Well rooted, sturdy plant, as always with plants from D’Arcy & Everest plant. Have bought from them on-line, at Malvern and at Rosemoor.