Penstemon 'Phoenix Violet' (Pot Size 3L)
Penstemon 'Phoenix Violet' (Pot Size 3L)
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Quick Guide
• Vibrant red flowers with white throats
• Long blooming period
• Ideal for borders and containers
• Attracts pollinators
• Low maintenance
Penstemon ‘Phoenix Violet’, commonly known as Beardtongue, is a striking perennial that brings bold color to any garden. This variety is noted for its large, bell-shaped Violet flowers with distinctive white throats. Blooming from early summer through to autumn, ‘Phoenix Violet’ provides a continuous display of vibrant color, making it an excellent choice for garden borders, cottage gardens, and containers.
This plant has a bushy, upright habit with mid-green, semi-evergreen foliage, adding structure and year-round interest to the garden. Penstemon ‘Phoenix Violet’ grows to an ultimate height of 60 cm and a spread of 60 cm, fitting well into various garden settings and designs. The flowers are highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, supporting biodiversity in your garden.
‘Phoenix Violet’ is known for its resilience and low-maintenance nature, making it suitable for both novice and experienced gardeners. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil, performing well in a variety of soil types including chalk, loam, and sand.
Plant Care Guide
Penstemon ‘Phoenix Violet’ prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Water regularly during dry periods to maintain soil moisture, but avoid waterlogging. Deadheading spent flowers will encourage further blooming and maintain a neat appearance. In autumn, cut back the plant by two-thirds of its height to prevent wind damage and to promote vigorous new growth in the spring. Applying a mulch in winter can help protect the roots in colder climates.
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EAN code040544
- Ultimate Height75cm (29.5In)
- Ultimate Spread60cm (23.6In)
- Flower ColourViolet
- Foliage ColourGreen
- ScentNone
- SunlightFull Sun
- UK Hardiness ZoneH5-9
- Care GuideEasy
- Planting SeasonSpring, Autumn
- Season of InterestSummer
- Growth RateModerate
- Drought TolerantYes
- Bee FriendlyYes
- Pet FriendlyYes
Delivery Areas
We deliver within the M25 area of London. For deliveries of Pots & Planters outside this zone, we may be able to help on a case-by-case basis — please contact our sales team at [email protected]. You are also welcome to visit our garden centre in Kentish Town, where our team will be happy to help in person.
Delivery Costs & Delivery Day
Delivery charges are based on postcode zone within the M25. Enter your postcode at the top of this page to see your zone and cost, or check at checkout. You can also select your preferred delivery day at checkout.
Delivery Timeframes
We aim to deliver orders within 2–4 working days. During peak seasons, such as Christmas, delivery times may vary slightly due to increased demand. We will keep you informed at every stage.
Click & Collect
We encourage you to collect from our garden centre in Kentish Town — it saves on delivery costs and gives you the chance to see our full range of plants and products in person.
All Click & Collect orders must be collected within 7 days of being ready, unless a later date has been arranged with us in advance. If an order is not collected within this time, it will be cancelled and a refund issued.
Returns Policy
If you need to return an item, please contact us within 14 days of receipt to arrange a return or exchange. Products must be in their original condition and packaging. Plants may be non-refundable unless they arrive damaged or defective.
Items bought in-store or collected can be returned directly at the garden centre. If you would like us to collect a return and it is in good condition (e.g. you have changed your mind), it must be in its original condition, and the same delivery cost will apply for the return.
Plants marked as reduced for end-of-season clearance are non-refundable, as they are sold specifically to clear stock. This does not apply to special offers or multibuy promotions, which are eligible for returns as per our standard terms.
Questions about delivery or returns? Email [email protected] or call +44 (0) 20 7284 4999.
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