Penstemon barbatus Twizzle Blue


Approved Novelty

This Penstemon barbatus is a first year flowering perennial. 

Technical information

Novelty Characteristic:
first year flowering perennial / vigorous, well-branched plants / colour and plant habit
Flower:
Single / 2 cm diameter / 100 days to flowering
Flowering Period:
Summer
Type:
Perennial / O.P. / Diploid
Use:
Bedding / Cut flower / Patio Plant
Seed:
1000 seeds/gram / 85% germination
Plant:
60 cm height / 40 cm spread / branched upright plant form
Growing:

Sowing temperature: 20C / Sowing time pack: March / Sowing time garden: April / Sowing conditions: sow in trays, cover seeds lightly with vermiculite / Germination conditions: keep moist, keep temperature around 20-22°

Grow at: 16-18C / Transplanting: 30 days / Plant out: April-May / Growth regulator not necessary / Cultivation: grow plants in well-drained medium, use fungicide when necessary 

Plants/M2: 10 / Planing distance: 35x35cm / Hardy / Sunny

Registration details

Breeder:
Van Hemert & Co.
Entry number:
18/19
Protection Period:
8 years
Expiry Date:
2027-12-31