Liatris spicata | Floristan Violet | Blazing Star Feather reed Grass Penstemon Port Wine has stunning

Penstemon Port Wine has stunning panicles of bell-shaped wine-red flowers and flowers from early summer and into autumn although we have found that plants have continued to flower into winter here with the mild winters we have been experiencing of late

When planted around the house

and slightly acidic to neutral soil

Aquilegia vulgaris 'Lime Sorbet' Columbine or Grannys Bonnet

Liatris spicata | Floristan Violet | Blazing Star Feather reed Grass Penstemon Port Wine has stunningLiatris, commonly known as Gayfeather or Blazing Star, is actually a member of the Aster family. Plants form a low clump of grassy lily like leaves and in midsummer bear tall spikes made up of many tiny pinky purple flowers. This particular variety was bred especially for cutting so if you are looking for something striking for your cutting patch then this is a great choice with the added bonus that they are equally as attractive as a dried flower.