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Digitalis mertonensis

Pink Foxglove

Tight clusters of bell-shaped, pink flowers top velvety, deeply veined, dark green foliage.

  • »  Tight clusters of bell-shaped, pink flowers on sturdy stems
  • »  Velvety, dark green leaves with deep veining
  • »  Bloom Time: All summer
  • »  Flower Height: 90 cm

1gal
$20.83
  • Category:Perennials
  • Hardiness Zone:4
  • Height:80-90 cm
  • Spread:40-50 cm
  • Bloom Color: Pink
Exposure
Full Sun
Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
Moist to Average
Well-drained
Attracts Wildlife
Attracts Butterflies
Attracts Hummingbirds
Growth Rate
Medium
Attributes
Cut Flower/Foliage
Poisonous
Flowering Time
Lt. Spr-Sum
Summer
Habit
Clumping
Upright
Foliage Color
Green (dark)
Planting instructions
Container Plants
Additional Information about Digitalis mertonensis

Caution: All parts of digitalis, if ingested, can cause illness. Digitalis has been used as a heart stimulant for centuries. External contact with plant parts can cause irritation for some people. 

Digitalis mertonensis is a cross between D. grandiflora and D. purpurea and will grow true from seed. 

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Digitalis mertonensis

Best grown in average to medium moisture, a well-drained soil, in partial shade. Can tolerate full sun with adequate moisture. Plants rarely require staking due to the sturdy stems. Remove spent flowers to improve appearance and to prevent seeds from spreading.