{"product_id":"penstemon-scrophulariaceae-cha-cha-pink","title":"Penstemon scrophulariaceae 'Cha Cha Pink'","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCha Cha Pink Penstemon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"275\" data-end=\"286\"\u003ePenstemon\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Cha Cha Pink’\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scrophulariaceae\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e North America (garden cultivar selection)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen to semi-evergreen perennial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA vibrant, long-flowering Penstemon perfectly suited to Adelaide’s Mediterranean climate, \u003cem data-start=\"558\" data-end=\"569\"\u003ePenstemon\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Cha Cha Pink’ produces masses of bright pink tubular blooms with softer blush and rose tones, creating a lively display from late spring through autumn. Compact, upright and bushy, it is ideal for mixed borders, cottage gardens, waterwise landscapes and pots. The foliage is mid-green and lightly glossy, sometimes developing soft bronze or reddish tints in cold or very dry weather. While not considered fragrant, the flowers may have a faint sweet note when closely inspected. Exceptionally heat- and drought-tolerant once established, it thrives in SA’s warm, dry summers provided the soil is free-draining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.6–0.9 m H × 0.5–0.7 m W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20–40 cm per year under good conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid-green, lightly glossy leaves; may show bronze or reddish tints in winter or dry spells\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright, saturated pink tubular blooms with soft blush tones; heavy flush in late spring–early summer, with repeat flowering into autumn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFragrance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not considered fragrant — may have a light sweet scent up close but generally not noticeable\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonal Interest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long flowering season from late spring through autumn; evergreen or semi-evergreen foliage offering subtle seasonal tints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWildlife Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent nectar plant for bees, butterflies and honeyeaters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drought-tolerant once established; heat- and wind-tolerant; coastal-tolerant (second-line); light frost hardy; dislikes waterlogged soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Density:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–4 plants per m² for mass planting; 40–50 cm spacing in borders; suitable for 30–40 cm pots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePet Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Non-toxic to cats and dogs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere It Works Best\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun for strongest flowering; tolerates light part shade but with lighter bloom density\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Free-draining sandy or loamy soils; thrives in slightly alkaline soils common across Adelaide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Establishment: 2 deep soaks\/week for 8–12 weeks. Established: deep soak every 10–14 days in summer; minimal water in winter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove spent flower spikes to encourage repeat blooms; prune by one-third in late winter to maintain shape and vigour; avoid high-nitrogen fertilisers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–8 years in well-drained conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClimate Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent for Mediterranean and temperate SA — Adelaide Plains, foothills, Fleurieu Peninsula, Yorke Peninsula, coastal areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil pH:\u003c\/strong\u003e Neutral to alkaline; tolerates slightly acidic soils if well drained\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape \u0026amp; Design Ideas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBorder colour anchors in cottage or Mediterranean garden designs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMixed perennial beds with Salvia, Gaura, Lavender, Verbena, ornamental grasses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWaterwise gardens needing long-season tubular flowers to support pollinators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoastal or inland borders where heat tolerance is essential\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeature pots and alfresco container displays for continual summer colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You Will Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e‘Cha Cha Pink’ delivers months of bright, joyful colour with minimal care, thriving in Adelaide’s warm, dry climate. Its long flowering season, pollinator appeal, drought tolerance and tidy form make it a reliable favourite for borders, verges, cottage gardens and modern waterwise landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Adelaide Plant Co","offers":[{"title":"140mm Pot","offer_id":48596701675772,"sku":"PENS-SCRO-CHA-CHA-140MM","price":12.49,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/9282\/0220\/files\/penstemon-scrophulariaceae-cha-cha-pink-140mm-flower-adelaide-plant-co.png?v=1765457187","url":"https:\/\/adelaideplantco.com.au\/products\/penstemon-scrophulariaceae-cha-cha-pink","provider":"Adelaide Plant Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}