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Looking to buy penstemon plants for your New Zealand garden? Penstemons are a favourite choice for gardeners seeking long-lasting colour, pollinator-friendly blooms, and reliable performance in a variety of garden styles. With their elegant spires of trumpet-shaped flowers, penstemons add charm and vibrancy from late spring through autumn. They thrive in New Zealand’s conditions, making them a perfect addition to borders, cottage gardens, and containers.

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Zamioculcas 'Black Knight' (ZZ ZZ Plant)

Zamioculcas 'Black Knight' is a very popular indoor plant owing to its dark and showy foliage. It grows as a clump and produces upright fronds which are thick, glossy, and near black in colour. The foliage can reach 60 cm tall and the 40 cm wide but is often much less than this when grown as a potted plant.

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Suited to regions: Subtropical
Plant type: Indoor Plants
Height: 60 cm
Spread: 40 cm
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Pool areas
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Modern, Tropical
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10 Litre Thermoformed Plant Pots

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These lightweight pots are a cost effective means for growing on plants. They feature a strong and broad rim, have been UV stabilised for NZ conditions, and have plenty of holes to allow water to escape quickly. This black pot has dimensions: 22 cm tall by 26 cm wide.

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Clianthus puniceus (Parrot Beak Plant)

Clianthus puniceus (Kakabeak) is a spectacular New Zealand native shrub renowned for its striking clusters of brilliant red, beak shaped flowers that...

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0.5 Litre Plant Pots

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Kniphofia 'Border Ballet' (Hot Poker Plant)

Kniphofia 'Border Ballet' is a variety of the commonly known Red Hot Poker, and is grown for its colourful flowers. Stems rise above the foliage...

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2.5 Litre Plant Pots

2.5 Litre Plant Pots are a practical option for growing shrubs, perennials, grasses, herbs, and other developing plants. They provide ample root...

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1.5 Litre Plant Pots

1.5 Litre Plant Pots are a practical choice for growing young shrubs, perennials, grasses, herbs, and other developing plants. They provide useful...

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5 Litre Plant Pots

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Sedum rubrotinctum (Jelly Bean Plant) bright red foliage.
Sedum rubrotinctum (Jelly Bean Plant)

Sedum rubrotinctum, commonly known as Jelly Bean Plant or Pork and Beans Plant, is a compact, low-growing succulent reaching 15–20 cm tall and...

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3.5 Litre Plant Pots

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Moss Pole For Plants (Moss Pole For Plants)

These moss poles for plants are made from Coir Fibre (i.e., the husks of coconuts). They are an eco-friendly option to help plants grow healthier and...

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Agave americana 'Variegata' (Variegated Century Plant)

Agave americana 'Variegata' is a striking evergreen succulent valued for its bold architectural form and strongly variegated foliage. It forms a...

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Ace1 Planting Spade

The Ace 1 planting spade is a must for any gardener. This spade is designed so it can penetrate the ground easily without jarring the wrists in the...

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Indoor Plant Fertiliser

All potted plants require indoor plant fertiliser. This is particularly important as many nurseries only put enough fertiliser in the pots to last...

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Indoor Plant Fertiliser Tablets

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Fertiliser for acid loving plants

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Waterproof Paper Plant Tags

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Plant Watering Bottle

Plant Watering Bottles provide a simple and convenient way to deliver water directly to indoor plants, seedlings, cuttings, and small container...

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Native Plant Fertiliser

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Penstemon 'Papal Purple'

Penstemon 'Papal Purple' is a vibrant flowering perennial that produces masses of rich purple blooms over a long season from late spring into autumn...

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Penstemon 'Cha Cha Pink'

Penstemon 'Cha Cha Pink' is a compact perennial admired for its profusion of soft pink tubular flowers that bloom from late spring until autumn. Its...

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Penstemon 'Vanilla Plum'

Penstemon 'Vanilla Plum' is a compact perennial admired for its elegant vanilla white flowers flushed with rich plum tones that bloom from late...

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Penstemon 'Firebird'

Penstemon 'Firebird' is a vibrant flowering perennial admired for its brilliant scarlet red tubular blooms that appear from late spring through...

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Penstemon 'Hidcote Pink'

Penstemon 'Hidcote Pink' is a charming perennial known for its soft pink tubular flowers and long flowering season. This attractive plant brings...

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Penstemon 'Grape Taffey'

Penstemon 'Grape Taffey' is a compact perennial grown for its rich grape purple tubular flowers that bloom from late spring through autumn. Its tidy...

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Penstemon 'Snowstorm'

Penstemon 'Snowstorm' is a beautiful flowering perennial admired for its masses of pure white tubular blooms that appear from late spring through...

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Penstemon 'Boysenberry Taffy'

Penstemon 'Boysenberry Taffy' is a compact perennial prized for its rich boysenberry purple tubular flowers that bloom continuously from late spring...

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Penstemon 'Cha Cha Lavender'

Penstemon 'Cha Cha Lavender' is a beautiful flowering perennial admired for its masses of soft lavender blooms and compact upright growth habit...

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Actaea simplex (Snakeroot Plant)

Actaea simplex, commonly known as Bugbane, is an elegant woodland perennial admired for its attractive divided foliage and tall, fragrant flower...

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8.5 Litre Plant Pots

8.5 Litre Plant Pots are a practical choice for growing larger shrubs, perennials, grasses, fruit plants, and young trees. They provide generous root...

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2 Litre Plant Pots

2 Litre Plant Pots are a versatile choice for growing shrubs, perennials, grasses, herbs, and other developing plants. They provide generous root...

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A large Monstera deliciosa (Swiss Cheese Plant) in a garden with lush, green leaves.
Monstera deliciosa (Swiss Cheese Plant)

Monstera deliciosa, also known as the Swiss Cheese or Fruit Salad Plant, is a popular indoor tropical plant loved for its striking, holey leaves and...

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Zamioculcas 'Black Knight' (ZZ ZZ Plant)

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Why Choose Penstemon Plants for Your Garden?

Penstemons are valued for their resilience, easy-care nature, and stunning colour range. If you want to buy penstemon plants, you’re investing in perennials that reliably return each year and provide an extended flowering display. These plants are loved by bees and butterflies, promoting biodiversity in your backyard while bringing a magical, airy presence to your beds and borders. Their drought tolerance and general pest resistance make them ideal for both beginner and expert gardeners.

Popular Penstemon Varieties Available

Whether you’re adding to an established garden or starting fresh, our nursery offers a selection of popular penstemon varieties tailored for New Zealand gardens. Explore these trusted favourites:

How to Plant and Care for Penstemon

Once you buy penstemon plants, planting and care are straightforward. Choose a spot with full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Space your penstemons about 30 to 45 cm apart to allow good air circulation. After planting, keep them watered through the first growing season, then water only during extended dry spells. Remove spent flowers to encourage repeat blooming and cut back old stems in late winter to keep plants healthy and tidy.

Create Lasting Colour in Your Garden

Penstemons offer months of colour with minimal fuss. By choosing to buy penstemon plants, you’re ensuring your garden remains bright and lively well into autumn. Pair them with ornamental grasses, lavenders, or dianthus for harmonious and naturalistic displays that thrive in New Zealand’s climate.

Ready to add vibrant, easy-care colour to your garden? Browse our range, including Penstemon Cha Cha Lavender, Penstemon Firebird, Penstemon Boysenberry Taffy, Penstemon Papal Purple, and Penstemon Cha Cha Pink. Embrace the beauty and reliability of penstemon in your planting scheme today.

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