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Penstemon ‘Dark Towers’ (Beardtongue)

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Plant Description

Penstemon ‘Dark Towers’ is a semi-evergreen perennial admired for its deep burgundy foliage and clusters of soft pink flowers that bloom continuously from early summer to mid-autumn. Deadheading spent blooms encourages additional flowering, extending its vibrant display. With a neat, upright habit, it is perfect for perennial borders or wildlife gardens. While hardy, winter protection may be needed in particularly cold conditions to ensure its longevity.

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🌿 How to Care for Penstemon ‘Dark Towers’ (Beardtongue)

How much sun do Penstemon ‘Dark Towers’ (Beardtongue) need?
Penstemon ‘Dark Towers’ (Beardtongue) thrives in full sun—around six hours a day. While it can tolerate light shade, you’ll get the best flowering in bright, open spots.
Penstemon ‘Dark Towers’ (Beardtongue) prefers well-drained soil, ideally sandy or chalky. Rich or heavy soils can cause the plant to flop and reduce flower production.
Water well during the first growing season to help it establish. Once settled, Penstemon ‘Dark Towers’ (Beardtongue) is drought-tolerant and rarely needs extra water unless it’s extremely dry.
Penstemon ‘Dark Towers’ (Beardtongue) doesn’t require much at all. In fact, too much fertiliser—especially nitrogen—can lead to more leaves and fewer flowers. A light feed in spring is plenty, if needed.
Yes—regularly remove faded flowers from Penstemon ‘Dark Towers’ (Beardtongue) to encourage more blooms and stop self-seeding. You can cut the plant back in autumn or early spring to tidy it up and boost new growth.
Divide Penstemon ‘Dark Towers’ (Beardtongue) into clumps every 3 to 5 years in spring or autumn to keep them healthy and vigorous. You can also take soft cuttings in spring.
Yes, Penstemon ‘Dark Towers’ (Beardtongue)is drought handy. Once it’s established, it copes brilliantly in dry conditions, making it perfect for sunny borders and gravel gardens.
Penstemon ‘Dark Towers’ (Beardtongue) is generally low-maintenance, but it can occasionally suffer from aphids or powdery mildew—especially in humid or overcrowded spots. Good airflow and spacing usually prevent problems.

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