Common Foxglove. A short-lived perennial with hairy, dark green leaves. One sided spikes in pastel shaded of purple, pink, white, or yellow flowers, some spotted maroon or purple inside. Max Height 1m to 2m. Max Spread 60cm. Flowers April to June. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. CAUTION toxic if eaten. Water thoroughly before planting.
Digitalis purpurea Excelsior hybrids
A short-lived perennial with hairy, dark green leaves. One sided spikes in pastel shaded of purple, pink, white, or yellow flowers, some spotted maroon or purple inside.
Additional information
| Generic | Digitalis |
|---|---|
| Species | purpurea |
| Varietry | Excelsior hybrids |
| Common Name | Common Foxglove |
| Flower Colour | purple, pink, white, yellow |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 1m, 2m |
| Family | Scrophulariaceae |
| Spread | 60cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Rosette-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | April, June |
| 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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