Penstemon hybrida Purple Passion - Beardtongue
Penstemon hybrida Purple Passion - Beardtongue
Penstemon x hybrida Purple Passion
Bellflower Beardtongue, Canterbury Bells Penstemon
Gorgeous flowering, lots of flowers.
Jp, 23/08/2021
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Description
The Penstemon hybrid 'Purple Passion', often called Vine-plant, offers a seductive summer flowering with powerful and enchanting shades. From the month of July, beautiful bell-shaped flowers open, revealing a white throat and a robe between lilac and violet. This medium-sized perennial forms a beautiful bushy shrub with delicate and elegant foliage, which can remain in winter under suitable climates. Preferring the sun and being slightly sensitive to cold, it should be protected in cold regions. It brings colour to summer bouquets.
The flowers of the Penstemon resemble those of foxgloves. They indeed belong to the same family: the Scrophulariaceae. They are large bell-shaped flowers arranged in tiers on the upper part of the stems. As its name suggests, the shades of 'Purple Passion' will be between red and violet. Sometimes leaning towards lilac, sometimes towards violet, they have beautiful, intense, velvety reflections that contrast with the white interior of the bells. They easily reach a height of 60 cm (24in) and are carried by slender reddish stems punctuated by lanceolate green leaves, receptive to the slightest breath of wind. These leaves often sag slightly, and the shrub spreads over 50-60 cm (20-24in) wide. The foliage is semi-evergreen if winters are mild.
This perennial loves the sun but appreciates keeping its feet cool for a more beautiful flowering. It will, however, tolerate periods of temporary drought. It prefers neutral, rich, well-drained soils and tolerates frost between -5°C (23°F) and -10°C (14°F) if the soil is not too compact. In cold regions, it will need protection.
Penstemon 'Purple Passion' has rich colours that look beautiful in sunny flower beds and bouquets. It can be paired with pale and transparent colours to create a contrast or bold tones to create an ensemble. Our 'white, pink, purple' inspiration can help you find the perfect living companions for it. The shades of 'Purple Passion' range from pink, and blue, to violet and are prized for their natural and romantic appearance.
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Botanical data
Penstemon
x hybrida
Purple Passion
Scrophulariaceae
Bellflower Beardtongue, Canterbury Bells Penstemon
Cultivar or hybrid
Planting and care
To grow hybrid penstemons successfully, it is important to pay attention to the soil. These plants prefer soil that is well-drained, fresh to dry, and rich. In winter, it is especially important to ensure that the soil is well-drained to prevent the plants from rotting. If the soil is too wet, the plants will quickly deteriorate.
Depending on the climate, penstemons should be placed in different locations. In cooler climates, it is best to place the plants in a warm and sunny location that is sheltered from cold winds, ideally with a south or west exposure. For hotter climates, it is better to choose a cooler and partially shaded area.
Penstemons do not have any specific diseases and require minimal maintenance. When removing faded flowers in autumn, it is important to lightly shorten the deflowered stems without cutting them down to the ground. This is especially important in regions with humid winters as the foliage plays an important role in moisture regulation.
It is best to wait until spring is well established (usually between March and April) to shorten branches whose foliage has been damaged by the cold. If the summer is dry, it is important to water the plants regularly to support flowering. In colder regions, it is recommended to cover the stump with a glass or a frame to protect it from severe cold.
Finally, it is advisable to divide penstemons every three or four years to rejuvenate them. However, it is best to wait until spring to perform this operation.
If your garden is in a cold region, it is important to note that Penstemon 'Purple Passion' is not very hardy and can barely withstand temperatures lower than -5°C (23°F). It is recommended to take stem cuttings in autumn to ensure their survival.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to regions in USDA Zone 9a (East Coast and Midlands: Dublin, Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny, Portlaoise). It will vary depending on where you live:
- On the west coast and in the north-west (Galway, Limerick, Sligo, Donegal, Westport), delay planting by 1 to 2 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 1 to 2 weeks in autumn compared to the dates given, preferably choosing periods without strong winds.
- In the inland hills and plateaus (Wicklow Mountains, Macgillycuddy’s Reeks, Connemara, Killarney), it is best to plant in spring (April–May) or autumn (September–October), avoiding periods of waterlogged soil in winter and strong winds, which pose the main risk to newly planted trees in these areas.
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to regions in USDA Zone 9a, such as the East Coast and Midlands, including Dublin, Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny and Portlaoise.
This will vary depending on where you live:
- On the west coast and in the northwest (Galway, Limerick, Sligo, Donegal and Westport), it will be delayed by one to two weeks compared to the given dates, due to stronger Atlantic winds and less spring sunshine.
- In the inland hills and plateaus (the Wicklow Mountains, the Macgillycuddy's Reeks, Connemara and Killarney), flowering will be delayed by two to three weeks. Flowering mainly occurs between May and July, with the limiting factors being less frost and more of the excessive humidity, strong winds and lack of sunshine that are characteristic of these areas.
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