Penstemon 'Pensham Eleanor Young' typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.
beardtongue
Penstemon 'Pensham Eleanor Young'
The beardtongue (Penstemon 'Pensham Eleanor Young') is an attractive perennial plant with delicate pure white flowers in late spring and summer. Its tubular flowers feature soft dark pink stripes down the sides of each petal, providing an eye-catching contrast to the lush green foliage. This compact plant grows in small clumps, only reaching a height of 10-30cm, making it perfect for use in borders or window boxes. It prefers a sheltered, sunny location and requires well-drained soil and occasional watering. Its striking blooms will draw attention to your outdoor living space whilst its hardy nature means it can thrive with minimal maintenance.
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Minimum
Propagation:
Division,Cutting,Seed Propagation,Layering Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
7 - 9
Flowers:
Dark red with white throat Flowers
Sun:
Full sun
Leaf:
Yes
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Moderate
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
watering
Beardtongue plants, also known as Penstemon 'Pensham Eleanor Young', require fairly regular watering for optimum health. Water the plant deeply when the soil feels dry to the touch and water until it begins to seep out from the bottom of the pot. You should water your beardtongue every 5 to 7 days, or when the soil is dry. It should not be allowed to sit in soggy soil for extended periods of time. During hot summer months, it may be necessary to water a bit more frequently. In the winter months, watering should be less frequent.
sunlight
Beardtongue (Penstemon 'Pensham Eleanor Young') grows best in full sun. It requires up to 6 hours of direct sunlight per day, with the best light coming between the hours of 8am and 3pm. Additionally, it may need some shade during the hottest part of the day (usually 1pm to 4pm) to help it stay healthy and vigorous. Too much light can cause it to become too dry, while too little light can cause it to become lanky and weak.
pruning
Beardtongue (Penstemon 'Pensham Eleanor Young') should be pruned in early spring before new growth begins. This species should be pruned only lightly; it is best to remove spent flower stalks and any damaged or dead branches. Pruning should not take away more than 1-third of the overall growth, and should not be done annually. The remaining blooms on the plant should be allowed to dry out on the plant. This will encourage more blooms in the following season.
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Starts Flowering
Starts Flowering
Penstemon 'Pensham Eleanor Young' typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.
