Beardtongue 'Sunburst Ruby'

Penstemon 'Sunburst Ruby' is a vibrant and floriferous perennial that brings a touch of warmth and elegance to the UK border. This cultivar is noted for its bushy habit and glossy, narrow green leaves. From early summer right through to the first frosts, it is smothered in spikes of tubular, trumpet-shaped flowers in a brilliant shade of ruby-red with white-streaked throats. These eye-catching blooms are a magnet for bees and other pollinators. While many penstemons can be tender, 'Sunburst Ruby' is known for being relatively hardy in well-drained soils, though it may require winter protection in colder, wetter regions of the UK. It is a fantastic choice for the middle of a sunny border or for planting in containers. Deadheading the faded flower spikes regularly will encourage a continuous display of flowers for many months. It is a fast-growing and rewarding plant that provides a long season of interest with minimal effort, especially if planted in a sheltered position.

Sun: Full sun to partial shade.

Soil: Well-drained, fertile loam.

Hardiness: H4/H5.

Flowering: Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct.