Cha Cha Penstemon
- Botanical Name
- Penstemon hybrid
- Family
- Scrophulariaceae
- Plant Type
- Evergreen perennial
- Size (HxW)
- 60cm x 60cm
- Depth & Spacing
- Plant to the same depth as in the pot. Space 60cm apart.
- Soil
- Moderately fertile to humus rich, moist, well drained soil is ideal. They will rot if left to sit in water, so like the soil on the drier side. In pots, potting mix is perfectly drained so you can't over water.
- Aspect
- Full sun to part shade
- Climate
- Cool to Mediterranean
- Frost
- Fully hardy
- Water
- Water well to establish, then only if rainfall is low. Dry tolerant once established.
- Fertiliser
- A light application after flowering is ideal.
- Flowering Time
- Spring to autumn
- After Flower Care
- Remove spent flowers to encourage more blooms. Prune lightly after flowering, then add a slow release fertiliser.
- Notes
- It is a good idea to protect new growth from slugs and snails. Dig and divide early autumn as required. Suitable for pots or cutting. They take a season to settle in and flower at their best.
