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Penstemon 'Hidcote Pink'

A clump-forming perennial with rose-pink tubular flowers and pale, purple-streaked throats.

Care notes by theboxerge Updated October 15, 2026

About this plant

A clump-forming penstemon with pink tubular flowers and a pale, marked throat. It brings a long flowering layer to a sunny border, but cold wet ground is a more demanding setting than a sheltered, draining bed.

Care at a glance

Light: Full sun or partial shade.
Watering: Water establishing plants and during extended dry spells; avoid keeping the crown wet.
Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil.
Hardiness: Needs protection in cold areas; survival depends on shelter and drainage.

Plan your care

Choose the planting position with winter drainage in mind. A low hollow that holds rain is a poor place to test a borderline-hardy plant. In a cold garden, use dry winter protection or retain a young backup plant from cuttings.

Remove spent flower stems to keep the clump tidy. Check for healthy basal growth before a major spring tidy, and protect emerging shoots from slugs and snails.