Penstemon 'Pensham Plum Jerkum'

A hardy perennial that brings rich colour to your garden for months. This plant is a reliable and beautiful choice for UK gardens.

Key Features

• Plum-purple, tubular flowers with white mottled throats.
• Long flowering season from early summer to mid-autumn.
• Bushy, semi-evergreen habit with lance-shaped green leaves.
• Reaches a height of approximately 70cm with a spread of 40cm.

Benefits for Wildlife

The tubular flowers are a favourite of bees and other pollinators. They provide a vital source of nectar from summer into autumn.

Planting and Care Tips

• Plant in a sunny spot with well-drained soil.
• Improve heavy clay soil with grit to ensure good drainage.
• Cut back the faded flower stems in spring to encourage new growth.
• This variety shows good resistance to leaf spot disease.

Also known simply as Beardtongue. Add 'Pensham Plum Jerkum' to your borders for structure and wildlife appeal.