Product description
Penstemon 'Apple Blossom' is a charming cottage garden favourite, showcasing tall spikes of tubular, foxglove-like blooms in a delicate blend of pale pink and white. These flowers rise above clumps of neat green foliage, bringing soft, pastel tones to mixed borders and containers throughout summer and into autumn. It’s a magnet for pollinators and a showstopper in any traditional or informal garden scheme.
Ideal for UK gardens, Penstemon 'Apple Blossom' performs best in fertile, well-drained soil under full sun or light shade. Flowering from June through to October, its long blooming period adds sustained seasonal interest. Deadheading spent blooms will encourage continuous flowering, while a light mulch helps retain soil moisture in warmer months.
This hardy perennial makes an excellent addition to perennial borders, wildlife gardens, or as a focal point in patio pots. Loved by bees and butterflies, it helps support local biodiversity. Penstemon 'Apple Blossom' is also suitable for cut flower arrangements, allowing its pastel beauty to brighten up indoor spaces too.
This perennial is ideal for gardeners seeking to add dramatic foliage and late-season colour to their landscapes. Its bold presence enhances shaded borders, woodland gardens, and areas near ponds or streams. Additionally, the vibrant flowers attract pollinators, contributing to garden biodiversity.
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Penstemon 'Apple Blossom'
Penstemon 'Apple Blossom'
Product description
Penstemon 'Apple Blossom' is a charming cottage garden favourite, showcasing tall spikes of tubular, foxglove-like blooms in a delicate blend of pale pink and white. These flowers rise above clumps of neat green foliage, bringing soft, pastel tones to mixed borders and containers throughout summer and into autumn. It’s a magnet for pollinators and a showstopper in any traditional or informal garden scheme.
Ideal for UK gardens, Penstemon 'Apple Blossom' performs best in fertile, well-drained soil under full sun or light shade. Flowering from June through to October, its long blooming period adds sustained seasonal interest. Deadheading spent blooms will encourage continuous flowering, while a light mulch helps retain soil moisture in warmer months.
This hardy perennial makes an excellent addition to perennial borders, wildlife gardens, or as a focal point in patio pots. Loved by bees and butterflies, it helps support local biodiversity. Penstemon 'Apple Blossom' is also suitable for cut flower arrangements, allowing its pastel beauty to brighten up indoor spaces too.
This perennial is ideal for gardeners seeking to add dramatic foliage and late-season colour to their landscapes. Its bold presence enhances shaded borders, woodland gardens, and areas near ponds or streams. Additionally, the vibrant flowers attract pollinators, contributing to garden biodiversity.
Give your plants the best start
Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Cut back penstemon plants after blooming to encourage new growth and prolong flowering.
How to Water
Water deeply but infrequently, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. Avoid overhead watering to prevent mildew and root rot. Ensure good drainage, as penstemon dislikes sitting in wet soil.
How to Plant
Plant penstemon in well-drained, sandy or loamy soil in a sunny location. Dig a hole large enough to accommodate the root ball, and place the plant level with the surrounding soil. Space plants about 45cm apart to allow for growth.
