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Digitalis
Common Name: Foxglove
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CAUTION |
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Can be toxic to pets; particularly cats, dogs, and horses. |
Overview
| Plant Type | Biennial |
| Hardiness Zone | ? |
Cultivars
| Cultivar | Height | Spread | Blooms | Sun | Planted |
| Camelot 'Rose' Digitalis purpurea | 3-4' | 2-3' | Early Spring to Mid Season | Morning sun, afternoon shade | House garden beds, by dining area |
| Excelsior Digitalis purpurea | 3-4' | 1.5-2' | Mid Season | Morning sun, afternoon shade | House garden beds, by dining area |
| Giant Spotted Digitalis purpurea | 4-6' | 1-2' | Early Spring to 1st Frost | Morning sun, afternoon shade | House garden beds |
Biennial plant:
- 1st Year: tight clump of leaves called a rosette
- 2nd year: flower stalk rises from rosette
In cooler regions, can plant in full sun.
Stake when necessary.
Ongoing Management
Fertilization
Fertilize with compost or manure. Fertilize in Spring before new growth.
Pruning / Cutting Back
Deadhead spent blooms throughout the growing season if you don't want it to self-sow. Cut flower bloom stalk to the ground.
If you cut back in the fall, mulch to protect the crown of the plant.
Site Selection & Preparation
Avoid direct afternoon sun.
Propagation
Plant is a prolific self-sower.
Seeds can be started inside, or outside after threat of 1st frost.
More Information
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