Rusty Foxglove. A short-lived perennial with dark green leaves. Tubular golden brown flowers with red-brown veins inside. Max Height 1.2m. Max Spread 45cm. Flowers June to July. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. CAUTION toxic if eaten. Water thoroughly before planting.
Digitalis ferruginea
A short-lived perennial with dark green leaves. Tubular golden brown flowers with red-brown veins inside.
Additional information
| Generic | Digitalis |
|---|---|
| Species | ferruginea |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Rusty Foxglove |
| Flower Colour | brown |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 1.2m |
| Family | Scrophulariaceae |
| Spread | 45cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Rosette-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | June, July |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | CAUTION toxic if eaten |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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