Penstemon Ice Cream Collection 9 Jumbo Plug Plants (35mm)

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This collection of hardy perennial penstemons is truly mesmerizing and hard to beat – Not only will they continuously produce luxurious bells of colour all summer to early winter, but they will also cope well in all weather conditions! Be sure to look out for the pollinating insects, as penstemon are known for being rich in nectar The perfect low maintenance collection for reliable displays and amazing results year after year! Pot up penstemon plants and grow them on in frost free conditions until plants are well grown. Pinch out the growing tips while plants are still small to encourage bushier growth. When plants are well developed, acclimatise them to outdoor conditions over 7 to 10 days before planting them outdoors into borders and patio containers. 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: Position: Full sun. Height: Up to 80cm (31.5in) when fully established. Spread: Up to 45cm (17.7in) when fully established. Supplied as 9 jumbo plugs. Images 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).

• Planting season – Summer
• Flowering period – Summer
• H3 – Hardy in coastal & relatively mild parts of the UK (-5 to 1°C)

Features and benefits

• Penstemon Ice Cream Collection are hardy perennials producing masses of Red, purple, white flowers Easy to grow, Ideal for patio containers and garden borders.
• Penstemon Ice Cream Collection have attractive Red, purple, white flowers all summer long.
• Forms attractive Red, purple, white blooms, these are easy to grow and a reliable summer plant suitable for growing in any sunny position, including pots, and borders. Thrives in any rich, free-draining soil.
• Includes 3 each of ‘Blackberry’, ‘Strawberries and Cream’ and ‘Sweet Cherry’
• Supplied as plug plants, for best performance pot on arrival and grow until established
• Please refer to arrival image to show the approximate size of plants at delivery, please note this image is to illustrate size not specific variety.