Beardtongues - PENSTEMON 'Flamingo'

This variety is a vibrant and elegant perennial that brings a burst of colour and grace to your British garden. Known for its striking tubular flowers in shades of pink and coral, 'Flamingo' is a showstopper that attracts pollinators and adds a touch of sophistication to borders, rockeries, and containers. Embrace the beauty of these exquisite blooms and elevate your garden with the enchanting charm of Penstemon 'Flamingo.'

The 'Flamingo' variety boasts slender, lance-shaped leaves and sturdy, upright stems that bear a profusion of tubular flowers. The trumpet-shaped blooms, reminiscent of a hummingbird's beak, create a visual feast in late spring to early summer. This hardy perennial is well-suited for British gardens, providing a long-lasting display of colour and attracting beneficial pollinators.

Specifications:
• Botanical Name: Penstemon 'Flamingo'
• Common Name: Beardtongues
• Hardiness Zone: 5-9
• Mature Height: 60-90 cm (24-36 inches)
• Mature Spread: 45-60 cm (18-24 inches)
• Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
• Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer
• Bloom Colour: Shades of pink and coral
• Foliage: Lance-shaped, green
• Growth Habit: Upright, clumping
• Growth Rate: Moderate
• Soil Requirements: Well-draining, fertile soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate; keep soil consistently moist.
• Maintenance: Low; deadhead spent blooms for prolonged flowering
• Uses: Borders, rockeries, containers
• Special Features: Attracts pollinators, deer resistant.