Penstemon barbatus 'Iron Maiden'Beardlip Penstemon, Chelone barbata

When large enough to handle, transplant to boxes or 7.5cm (3in) pots, and grow on in cooler conditions. When well grown gradually acclimatise to outdoor conditions and plant out late spring after all risk of frost has passed 30cm (12in) apart in full sun and well drained soil.

To treat as a perennial, cut stems to ground level in autumn and cover with bracken, cloche or similar.

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