Thompson & Morgan - Penstemon Electric Blue - 2 Litre Potted Plant - Blue

Thompson & Morgan

The intense blue flowers that have a tinge of purple that contrasts beautifully with silvery green foliage. From June to October you will have a fantastic display all summer long. These plants are resilient and weather resistant, and will withstand unpredictable British weather.Grow penstemon in a sunny or semi shaded position on fertile, well-drained soil. Penstemons can tolerate dry soils once established but dislike heavy soils that are particularly cold and wet in winter. Improve heavy soils by adding plenty of coarse grit prior to planting. Feed and water penstemons regularly until they are fully established. Once established they are reasonably tolerant of drought and will require little maintenance. Deadhead faded penstemon flowers to maintain the plant's vigour and encourage further blooms to be produced. In cold areas apply a dry mulch of bark chips of straw around the crown of each plant in autumn. Leave the old foliage intact until spring to protect plants during winter.Product Specifications: Hardy perennialPosition: sun or semi shadeHeight: up to 60cm (24in)Spread: up to 60cm (24in)Supplied as Penstemon heterophyllus ‘Electric Blue’ 2 litre pot x 2Delivered with growing and care instructionsImages shown are for guidance only of the expected results from plants upon maturity. Different growing conditions might vary results. Image may be included for illustration of supply but can vary due to seasonality changes (e.g. deciduous plants lose leaves in colder months).ow.