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One of the most popular of the family, Penstemon ‘Stapleford Gem’ boasts a profusion of almost tubular blooms. Looking almost mottled with delicate shades of mauve and pink, the white throat which could have been hand-painted with maroon stripes. With many blooms held on each wiry stem, above semi-evergreen, lush foliage, thirsty nectar-loving insects will visit for a treat while slugs, rabbits, deer and other garden pests tend to steer clear.Reaching a mature height of 60-75cm and spreading to 45-60cm Penstemon ‘Stapleford Gem’ has been given the RHS Award of Garden Merit for outstanding performance in the garden. Best planted in moist, well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded spot, in borders or containers. Given an RHS hardiness rating of H3, some protection over winter may be needed if temperatures go below -5 C.
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Key Information
| Latin Name | Penstemon Stapleford Gem 9cm pot |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Beardtongue |
| Hardiness | H4 (-5 to -10°C) |
| Colour | Pink |
| Format | 9cm Pots |
| Position | Full-Sun, Part-Shade, Part-Sun |
| Foliage | Semi-Evergreen |
| Height in Maturity (m) | 0.75 m |
| Spread in Maturity (m) | 0.60 |
| AGM | Yes |
| 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 |
