Penstemon Arabesque Red
Penstemon Arabesque Red
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Penstemon 'Arabesque Red' is a compact, free-flowering perennial that produces masses of vibrant scarlet-red trumpet-shaped flowers from late spring through summer. Its bold flower colour creates an eye-catching display in borders, cottage gardens and containers, while the nectar-rich blooms attract bees and other beneficial pollinators to the garden.
Part of the popular Arabesque series, this variety is renowned for its strong branching, compact habit and exceptional flowering performance. Easy to grow and rewarding year after year, Penstemon Arabesque Red is perfect for gardeners wanting reliable colour without high maintenance.
Why You'll Love Penstemon Arabesque Red
- Masses of vibrant scarlet-red flowers
- Long flowering season from late spring through summer
- Excellent pollinator-friendly plant
- Compact, bushy growth habit
- Great for borders, pots and cottage gardens
- Fantastic cut flower
- Easy-care and low maintenance
- Provides bold colour in mixed plantings
- Expected 5 Year Height 0.5 M Width 0.45 M
Is Penstemon Arabesque Red suitable for my garden?
Is Penstemon Arabesque Red suitable for my garden?
Penstemon Arabesque Red is best suited in a position that gets
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Penstemon Arabesque Red is
- Perennial
- Attracts pollinators
- Flowering
- Frost Tolerant
Penstemon Arabesque Red will thrive in soil that is
- Normal
- Free draining
- Nutrient rich
How to establish your Penstemon Arabesque Red?
How to establish your Penstemon Arabesque Red?
Plant Penstemon Arabesque Red in a full sun to part shade position.
For the best flowering display:
Choose a location with at least six hours of sunlight daily.
Full sun encourages the strongest flowering.
Light afternoon shade can be beneficial in hotter locations.
How to maintain your Penstemon Arabesque Red once established?
How to maintain your Penstemon Arabesque Red once established?
Deadhead spent flowers regularly to encourage repeat blooming throughout the season. Cut plants back lightly after the main flowering flush to maintain shape and stimulate fresh flowers.
In colder areas, leave some top growth through winter and trim back in early spring once new growth appears.
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