Penstemon Raven

3 Litre Pot

• RHS Award of Garden Merit
• Position: Full sun, partial shade
• Soil: Well drained
• Growth Rate: Average
• Flowering Period: June-October
• Hardiness: H3
• Eventual Height: 0.5-1m
• Eventual Spread: 0.1-0.5m

Penstemon Raven, also known as just ‘Penstemon’ holder of the prestigious RHS Award of Garden Merit, is a stunning perennial plant that is native to North America. This plant features striking deep purple flowers that are shaped like trumpets and stand atop tall, erect stems. The blooms are highly attractive to pollinators such as butterflies and bees, making this plant an excellent choice for pollinator gardens.

In addition to its stunning flowers, Penstemon Raven also has an attractive foliage, featuring lance-shaped green leaves that turn bronze in the Autumn. This plant is highly drought-tolerant and can thrive in a variety of soil types, making it a popular choice for gardens, borders, and landscaping projects.

Penstemon Raven typically blooms in early Summer, providing a burst of colour and beauty to any garden. This plant is relatively easy to care for, requiring minimal maintenance once established. Deadheading spent blooms can help prolong flowering, and a light pruning in early Spring can help promote bushier growth.

If you’re looking to add a splash of colour and attract pollinators to your garden, Penstemon Raven is an excellent choice. Its unique deep purple blooms and attractive foliage make it a standout addition to any landscape.

How to care for your Penstemon Raven

• Location: Plant in a location that receives full sun to partial shade. The plant prefers well-draining soil that is moist but not waterlogged.
• Watering: Water the plant deeply but infrequently. Allow the soil to dry out between watering to prevent root rot. During hot, dry weather, the plant may require more frequent watering.
• Fertilisation: Fertilise once or twice a year with a balanced fertiliser. Apply the fertiliser in early Spring and again in mid-Summer to encourage healthy growth and flowering.
• Pruning: Deadhead the spent flowers regularly to encourage new blooms and prevent the plant from going to seed. Prune back the plant in late Autumn or early Spring to remove any dead or damaged foliage.
• Mulching: Apply a layer of mulch around the base of the plant to help retain moisture and regulate soil temperature.
• Winter care: It is frost hardy down to -5˚C so will need protection in colder climates. Apply a layer of mulch or straw around the base of the plant to help insulate the roots during the Winter months.

By following these care tips, you can ensure that your Penstemon Raven will thrive and provide you with years of beautiful blooms.