Foxglove. A choice, short-lived perennial with grey-green leaves. Spikes of rust-brown to yellow or orange-yellow tubular flowers with red veins and spotting inside. Max Height 30cm to 1.2m. Max Spread 45cm. Flowers April to July. Full sun/partial shade. Frost hardy. CAUTION toxic if eaten. Water thoroughly before planting.
Digitalis obscura
A choice, short-lived perennial with grey-green leaves. Spikes of rust-brown to yellow or orange-yellow tubular flowers with red veins and spotting inside.
Additional information
| Generic | Digitalis |
|---|---|
| Species | obscura |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Foxglove |
| Flower Colour | brown, orange, yellow |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 30cm, 1.2m |
| Family | Scrophulariaceae |
| Spread | 45cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | grey, green |
| Flowers From | April, July |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Frost 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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