penstemon 'Purple Riding Hood'

Grow in fertile, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. In cold areas, protect plant overwinter with dry winter mulch - see Penstemon cultivation for further information

Deadhead after flowering to maintain vigour. Then cut back in spring - see Penstemon cultivation

Propagate by softwood cuttings in early summer or semi-ripe cuttings in midsummer.

May be attacked by slugs, snails, glasshouse red spider mite and eelworms

Generally disease free, may be affected by powdery mildews