Penstemon 'White Bedder' (White Bedder Penstemon) — perennial

Overview

Penstemon 'White Bedder' is a perennial in the genus Penstemon, part of the Plantaginaceae family. Penstemon 'White Bedder' grows best in full sun, and tolerates well-drained soils. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include borders, rock gardens and containers.

About

Penstemon 'White Bedder' (White Bedder Penstemon) is a perennial cultivar of the Penstemon genus, known as beardtongues, which comprises around 280 species native to North America. This cultivar thrives in full sun and prefers well-drained soil with dry to medium moisture levels. Hardy to UK zone H5, it is suitable for borders, rock gardens, and containers. To maintain its shape and encourage bushiness, it should be cut back after flowering. Propagation can be achieved through seed or cuttings.

About the genus

Penstemon, the beardtongues, is a large genus of roughly 280 species of flowering plants native to North America from northern Canada to Central America. It is the largest genus of flowering plants endemic to North America. As well as being the scientific name, penstemon is also widely used as a common name for all Penstemon species alongside beardtongues.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Penstemon

Sunlight: full sun
Soil type: well-drained
Soil moisture: dry to medium
UK hardiness: H5

Plant details

Penstemon 'White Bedder' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: perennial
Suggested uses: borders, rock gardens, containers

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Penstemon 'White Bedder'

Cultivation: Prefers well-drained soil and full sun; avoid waterlogging.
Pruning: Cut back after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushiness.
Propagation: seed, cuttings