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penstemon smallii

Penstemon smallii is an earlier flowering variety compared to border hybrid penstemons and has much larger, wider leaves that become blushed with red-bronze during winter. In May and June, the stunning dark purple-bronze stems boast eye-catching, bright purple flowers with a white throat striped with deep purple. This wonderful species penstemon is perfect for naturalistic planting and copes well in semi-shade as well as in a sunny position with free-draining soil. Height: 60cm (24in).

This lovely species penstemon is ideal for naturalistic planting. Flowering earlier than border hybrid penstemons, Penstemon smallii has larger, broader leaves and showy purple blooms.

Penstemon smallii is an earlier flowering variety compared to border hybrid penstemons and has much larger, wider leaves that become blushed with red-bronze during winter. In May and June, the stunning dark purple-bronze stems boast eye-catching, bright purple flowers with a white throat striped with deep purple. This wonderful species penstemon is perfect for naturalistic planting and copes well in semi-shade as well as in a sunny position with free-draining soil. Height: 60cm (24in).