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This foxglove is a shorter variety, only growing 24-36 inches tall. The plants are perfect for mixing in with borders and rock gardens. The light purple bell-shaped flowers have dark purple spotted throats and are commonly found in cottage gardens. The flowers attract butterflies and hummingbirds.
DANGER: All parts of plant are toxic if eaten. Foliage may irritate skin.
Michigan Seeds and Plants grown on our farm, Renegade Acres, in Howell, MI!
Certified Organic by Oregon Tilth.
Additional Info
| Botanical Name | Digitalis purpurea |
|---|---|
| Life Cycle | Perennial |
| Min. Time to Germinate | 15 Days |
| Max. Time to Germinate | 20 Days |
| Depth to Sow Seeds | Surface Sow; press seeds gently into the soil to make good contact, but do not cover with any additional soil; these seeds require light to germinate |
| When to Sow | Indoors 6-8 weeks before last spring frost |
| Growing Height | 24-36 in. (60-90 cm) |
| Plant Spacing | 18-24 in. (45-60 cm) |
| Hardiness | USDA Zone 5a: to -15F, USDA Zone 5b: to -10F, USDA Zone 6a: to -5F, USDA Zone 6b: to 0F, USDA Zone 7a: to 5F, USDA Zone 7b: to 10F, USDA Zone 8a: to 15F, USDA Zone 8b: to 20F, USDA Zone 9a: to 25F, USDA Zone 9b: to 30F |
| Sun Exposure | Partial to Full Shade |
| Danger | All parts of plant are poisonous if ingested |
| Bloom Color | Purple, Violet/Lavender |
| Bloom Time | Late Spring/Early Summer |
| Foliage | Velvet/Fuzzy-Textured |
| Other Details | Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater, This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds |
| Soil pH Requirements | 6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic), 6.6 to 7.5 (neutral), 7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline) |
| Propagation Methods | By dividing the rootball, From seed; sow indoors before last frost |
| Seed Collecting | Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds |
| Seeds Per Pack | 50 |
