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A perfect collaboration of dancing dainties for the garden. Spires of tubular shaped blooms with striking white throats are held above rich green foliage from May to October each year. Penstemon hartwegii ‘Arabesque Mix’ is ideal for mass planting where the nectar rich flowers can mingle in an explosion of rich and vibrant colour for your borders and container. ‘Arabesque Mix’ is an excellent way to draw in the pollinators and, as a further benefit, is drought tolerant once established. Makes an excellent cut flower for bouquets and vases too.Prefers a site with moist, well-drained soil of any aspect. Plant this special mix of penstemon in sun or part shade. ‘Arabesque Mix’ has semi-evergreen foliage for extended interest and the added benefit of groundcover. Grows to a height and spread of 60cm.
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Key Information
| Latin Name | Penstemon hartwegii Arabesque Mix YP |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Beardtongue |
| Hardiness | H4 (-5 to -10°C) |
| Format | Young Plants |
| Position | Full-Sun, Part-Shade, Part-Sun |
| Foliage | Semi-Evergreen |
| Height in Maturity (m) | 0.60 m |
| Spread in Maturity (m) | 0.60 |
| Soil Conditions | Chalk Clay Loam Sand |
| Soil Acidity | Acid Alkaline Neutral |
| Aspect | East-facing, North-facing, South-facing, West-facing |
| Drought Tolerant | Yes |
| Good for pots | Yes |
| Good for wildlife | Yes |
| Good for pollinators | Yes |
| Good for cutting | Yes |
