beardtongue

Beardtongue (Penstemon 'Pensham Amelia Jane') is a perennial flower that thrives in full sun to partial shade. It should be watered regularly during the growing season to keep the soil consistently moist but not soggy. Depending on the temperature and how dry the soil is, water every 3-4 days to keep the soil consistently moist. Water should reach the roots, so avoid watering the foliage to prevent fungus. Reduce watering in the fall and winter, only providing enough moisture for the plant's needs.

For Penstemon 'Pensham Amelia Jane', it prefers to receive full sunlight and around 6-8 hours of direct sunlight each day. The best time to expose this plant to the sun is in the morning during sunrise and at midday when the sun is the most intense. However, during very hot summer months, partial shade is advised to help protect the plant from extreme heat. Too much direct sunlight can cause the foliage of this plant to turn pale and can also result in sunburn or wilting.

Beardtongue (Penstemon 'Pensham Amelia Jane') should be pruned once it has finished flowering in late spring/early summer. For heavier pruning, this should take place in late winter/early spring. When pruning, only the top 1-third should be removed to encourage compactness and to avoid cutting away any potential flower buds. To keep the plant from becoming overgrown, it should be pruned each year, removing any dead or diseased stems. Pruning will also help to maintain the shape of the plant and promote bushy growth.