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Digitalis purpurea 'Foxy Mixed'

  • Common foxglove. 60" - 72" or more when well grown, taller in the far Northern latitudes. Large spikes of bell-shaped flowers in various shades. Reseeding biennial. The principal source of the drug digitalis, and reasonable care should be taken when handling the plants as they are covered with glandular hairs. For fertile, moist, acidic soils. Best in part shade. Summer blooming. Deadheading prolongs bloom.
  • Hardiness Zone: 4-9

Characteristics & Attributes

Attributes
• Cut Flower/Foliage
• Container
• Low Maintenance
• Garden
• Border or Bed
Exposure
• Full Sun to Part Shade
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Pollinators
• Attracts Humming-birds
Critter Resistance
• Deer Resistant
• Rabbit Resistant
Flower Color
• Pink
• Yellow
• Purple
• Rose
• White
Sold in Sizes
• 288 Tray
Season of Interest (Flowering)
• Summer
• Late Spring
Soil Moisture
• Moist, Well-Drained
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