Common Foxglove. A short-lived perennial with hairy, dark green leaves. One sided spikes of soft apricot flowers. 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 ‘Sutton’s Apricot’
A short-lived perennial with hairy, dark green leaves. One sided spikes of soft apricot flowers.
Category: Perennials
Additional information
Generic | Digitalis |
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Species | purpurea |
Varietry | 'Sutton's Apricot' |
Common Name | Common Foxglove |
Flower Colour | apricot |
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 | |
Propagation |
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