General Description | A clump-forming penstemon with glossy foliage and spikes of berry-wine coloured flowers. |
Shape | Upright, dense habit. |
Landscape | Wonderful in mixed beds or as part of a sun garden. |
Propagation | Propagate through division in spring. |
Cultivation | Grow in full sun in an average, well-drained soil. Deadheading is not required. |
Pests | Susceptible to chrysanthemum eelworm (Aphelenchoides ritzemabosi), but good for attracting bees and hummingbirds. |
Habitat | Horticultural origin. |
Leaf Description | Glossy green leaves. |
Flower Description | Spikes of berry-wine flowers with small white throats that have an extremely long period of bloom. |