Penstemon have become incredibly popular and understandably so, as they have such an easy-going nature, long flowering period and their strong stems make them perfect for natural flower arrangements, lasting for over seven days in a vase You can even join the international penstemon society, whose members are known as Penstemaniacs! Trouble free, unfussy on soil conitions in sun or part shade and resistant to slugs and other garden pests. Flourishing in borders or containers where passing pollinating insects will jostle to feast on the nectar you are providing in your garden. Hardy perennials spreading to around 45-60cm, cuttings can easily be taken to produce more plants or to rejuvenate after five years.
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