Penstemon 'Amelia Jane' (Amelia Jane Penstemon)


Botanical Information

FamilyPoaceae
GenusPenstemon
Cultivar'Amelia Jane'
CategoryAnnuals
TypeShrub (deciduous), Shrub (evergreen)

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone8 - 9
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone8b
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH4
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)(-10) - (-5)
Temperature (°F)14 - 23
Height0.5 - 1 m
Spread0.1 - 0.5 m
GrowthMedium
Flowering PeriodJune, July, August, September

Description and Growing Information

General DescriptionP. 'Amelia Jane' blooms redish-pink, cupped flowers.
ShapeBushy.
Landscapeflower borders, flower beds.
PropagationPropagate by softwood or semi-ripe cuttings in summer.
CultivationGrow in fertile, well-drained soil preferably in full sun. In cold areas, protect plant overwinter with a dry winter mulch.
PestsBe weary of slugs, snails, chrysanthemum eelworms, and downy mildew.
Notable SpecimensLanhydrock Gardens, England, Cornwall.
HabitatHorticultural origin.

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