Product description
Penstemon 'Stapleford Gem' is a beautiful addition to any garden, featuring tubular flowers that shift from lilac-blue to white, creating a soft, elegant display. Blooming from midsummer through autumn, this semi-evergreen perennial is perfect for adding height and colour to borders and wildlife gardens. Its flowers attract pollinators like bees, enhancing the biodiversity of your outdoor space.
Growing up to 75 cm tall with a spread of around 50 cm, Penstemon 'Stapleford Gem' thrives in well-drained soil and tolerates full sun to partial shade. Once established, it is drought-tolerant and requires minimal care, making it ideal for both novice and experienced gardeners. Occasional deadheading will encourage further blooms, ensuring a vibrant garden display throughout the warmer months.
Please Note: Images are for illustrative purposes only and designed to be a representation of the item(s) being sold. Depending on seasonality, deciduous plants may be supplied in their dormant state and without leaves. Plants may also be pruned back, lower than stated heights, to encourage new growth.
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Penstemon 'Stapleford Gem'
Penstemon 'Stapleford Gem'
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Product description
Penstemon 'Stapleford Gem' is a beautiful addition to any garden, featuring tubular flowers that shift from lilac-blue to white, creating a soft, elegant display. Blooming from midsummer through autumn, this semi-evergreen perennial is perfect for adding height and colour to borders and wildlife gardens. Its flowers attract pollinators like bees, enhancing the biodiversity of your outdoor space.
Growing up to 75 cm tall with a spread of around 50 cm, Penstemon 'Stapleford Gem' thrives in well-drained soil and tolerates full sun to partial shade. Once established, it is drought-tolerant and requires minimal care, making it ideal for both novice and experienced gardeners. Occasional deadheading will encourage further blooms, ensuring a vibrant garden display throughout the warmer months.
Please Note: Images are for illustrative purposes only and designed to be a representation of the item(s) being sold. Depending on seasonality, deciduous plants may be supplied in their dormant state and without leaves. Plants may also be pruned back, lower than stated heights, to encourage new growth.
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Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Cut back penstemon plants after blooming to encourage new growth and prolong flowering.
How to Water
Water deeply but infrequently, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. Avoid overhead watering to prevent mildew and root rot. Ensure good drainage, as penstemon dislikes sitting in wet soil.
How to Plant
Plant penstemon in well-drained, sandy or loamy soil in a sunny location. Dig a hole large enough to accommodate the root ball, and place the plant level with the surrounding soil. Space plants about 45cm apart to allow for growth.
