Penstemon snowstorm, also called penstemon white bedder or penstemon Bisham is a semi-evergreen cultivar of the Plantaginaceae family.
This perennial has shiny green, ovate shaped leaves that sit on clumps of erect stems of roughly 6cm in height. It possesses clusters of funnel-shaped white flowers that measure 3.5cm in length. They bloom in summer and lasts through autumn and possibly early winter. They attract hummingbirds and butterflies, creating a serene atmosphere in your garden.
How to Grow and Care for Penstemon Snowstorm
Penstemon ‘Snowstorm’
Penstemon snowstorms should be planted in spring or early summer. When planting multiple at once, make sure to space them 1 to 3 feet apart.
After digging, mix in some compost to help retain moisture. Then place the root ball in the planting hole. Apply some fertiliser to the plant base and water regularly until it is fully established. It can tolerate slightly dry soil, but you must water extensively in summer. Organic fertiliser should be applied once a year in autumn to keep it healthy and blooming. This shrub needs to be protected in winter with dry mulch.
Pruning this Penstemon does not entail much. Once the flowering period is over, take out dead or fading flowers to keep the plant looking attractive. You can cut back in early spring, so it continues to grow vigorously.
Where Should I Position Penstemon Snowstorm in my Garden?
Penstemon snowstorms can be positioned in an exposed area so it can take in enough sunlight. It can also be placed in a sheltered area for protection during winter. It may face south, east, west. It is best grown in a middle border position.
What is the Height and Spread of Penstemon Snowstorm?
This lovely shrub grows slowly in the early stages, taking 2 to 3 weeks to germinate. It grows to an ultimate height of 1 metre in two to five years and reaches a spread of 0.1 to 0.5 metres.
What Kind of Soil Does Penstemon Snowstorm Need?
Penstemon snowstorm will do well in chalky, sandy, or loamy soil that drains properly. Any pH would do but it is best suited to an alkaline soil.
