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    Penstemon Arabesque Pink

    Penstemon Arabesque Pink

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    $15.00
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    Penstemon 'Arabesque Pink' is a compact, long-flowering perennial that produces masses of soft pink trumpet-shaped flowers from late spring through summer. The elegant blooms are carried on sturdy stems above neat green foliage, creating a colourful display that attracts bees and other beneficial pollinators for months on end.

    Part of the highly regarded Arabesque series, this variety is known for its excellent branching, compact growth habit and reliable flowering performance. Whether planted in borders, cottage gardens or containers, Arabesque Pink delivers continuous colour with minimal maintenance.

    Why You'll Love Penstemon Arabesque Pink

    • Masses of soft pink trumpet-shaped flowers
    • Long flowering season from late spring through summer
    • Excellent pollinator-friendly plant
    • Compact and tidy growth habit
    • Perfect for borders, containers and cottage gardens
    • Great cut flower for summer arrangements
    • Easy-care and low maintenance
    • Reliable flowering year after year

    • Expected 5 Year Height 0.5 M Width 0.5 M

    Is Penstemon Arabesque Pink suitable for my garden?

    Penstemon Arabesque Pink is best suited in a position that gets

    • Full sun
    • Partial shade

    Penstemon Arabesque Pink is

    • Perennial
    • Attracts pollinators
    • Drought resistant
    • Frost Tolerant

    Penstemon Arabesque Pink will thrive in soil that is

    • Normal
    • Sandy
    • Free draining

    How to establish your Penstemon Arabesque Pink?

    Plant Penstemon Arabesque Pink in a full sun to part shade position.

    For best flowering:

    Choose a location with at least six hours of sunlight daily.
    Full sun encourages maximum flowering.
    Light afternoon shade is beneficial in warmer regions.


    How to maintain your Penstemon Arabesque Pink once established?

    Water regularly during establishment to encourage strong root development.

    Once established, Penstemon Arabesque Pink is relatively drought tolerant but performs best with occasional deep watering during extended dry periods.

    Avoid overwatering, particularly through winter.

    For healthy growth and abundant flowering:

    Apply compost annually in spring.
    Use a balanced slow-release fertiliser at the start of the growing season.
    Avoid excessive nitrogen-rich fertilisers.

    Regular deadheading encourages continuous flowering.

    Simply:

    Remove spent flower spikes back to a healthy leaf node.
    Continue throughout the flowering season.
    Promote fresh growth and additional blooms.
    Pruning
    During the Growing Season
    Remove faded flower stems regularly.
    Lightly trim plants if required to maintain shape.
    Late Winter to Early Spring
    Leave top growth intact through winter.
    Cut back old stems once new growth begins to emerge.
    Remove any frost-damaged material.

    This helps protect the crown and encourages vigorous spring growth.

    Penstemon Arabesque Pink tolerates moderate frosts once established.

    For best winter performance:

    Ensure excellent drainage.
    Avoid winter waterlogging.
    Leave old stems in place until spring.
    Apply a light mulch around the base in colder regions.

    Penstemon Arabesque Pink is an excellent container plant.

    For best results:

    Use a premium free-draining potting mix.
    Position in full sun.
    Water regularly during warm weather.
    Feed lightly during spring and summer.
    Companion Plants

    Penstemon Arabesque Pink combines beautifully with:

    Salvia New Dimension Rose
    Salvia greggii Alba
    Gaura So White
    Verbena bonariensis
    Nepeta Blue Wonder
    Coreopsis Corusco Cream
    Lavender
    Liatris Floristan White

    The soft pink flowers pair beautifully with purple, blue and white flowering perennials.
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