Hairy penstemon
Product Description
Hairy penstemon (Penstemon hirsutus), proposed by Akène
?? A jewel for rockeries and pollinators ??
The hairy penstemon is a hardy perennial with a bushy habit, easily recognizable by its downy stem which gave it its name. Its delicate and elegant purple tubular flowers attract hummingbirds and bees , making this plant an essential asset for naturalist and rock gardens .
Tolerant of poor and rocky soils , it is particularly resistant to diseases and pests , requiring little maintenance. In addition to being a spectacular ornamental plant , it plays an essential role in the garden ecosystem by attracting beneficial insects and promoting natural pest control .
Characteristics of the variety
?? Flowering : May to June
?? Height : 45 cm
?? Spacing : 30 cm
?? Exposure : Sun, partial shade
?? Life cycle : Perennial
?? Soil type : Sandy to loamy, well drained
?? Soil moisture content : Dry to medium
?? Deer Resistance : High
?? Seeds per packet : 300
Sowing and cultivation
?? Cold stratification : Mix the seeds with a moist substrate (vermiculite, perlite or sand) and place them in the refrigerator for 60 days .
?? Sowing : Sow on the surface after stratification, as these seeds need light to germinate .
?? Watering : Keep the soil slightly moist until germination (7 to 21 days).
?? Outdoor sowing : You can sow directly in autumn, stratification will take place naturally outdoors .
Ecological roles and utilities
?? A pollinator magnet : Attracts hummingbirds, bees and butterflies , especially the Baltimore butterfly , which depends on this plant for reproduction.
?? A garden ally : Acts as a trap plant by attracting beneficial insects that contribute to natural pest control.
?? Natural resistance : Grows in poor, rocky soils , with excellent disease tolerance and low maintenance requirements .
Why grow hairy penstemon?
?? An ecological and ornamental asset
?? Ideal for rock gardens and dry areas
?? An elegant and abundant flowering
?? An easy to grow plant, adapted to difficult conditions
Add a floral and ecological touch to your garden with the hairy penstemon, an elegant and resistant perennial that will delight gardeners and pollinators alike!