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Digitalis purpurea Excelsior Hybrids

Foxglove

Mixed shades of white, rose, pink, and lavender flowers are borne at right angles to the stem, showing off the colourful markings.

  • »  Enormous spikes of large, bell-shaped flowers
  • »  Flower colours range in shades of white, pink, and lavender with varied, coloured markings
  • »  Mid-green, oblong leaves have deep veining
  • »  Bloom Time: All summer

1gal
$21.88
Exposure
• Full Sun
• Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
• Moist to Average
• Average to Dry Soils
• Well-drained
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Butterflies
• Attracts Hummingbirds
Growth Rate
• Medium
Critter
• Deer Resistant
• Rabbit Resistant
Attributes
• Cut Flower/Foliage
• Poisonous
Flowering Time
• Lt. Spr-Sum
• Summer
Habit
• Clumping
• Upright
Foliage Color
• Green (dark)
Landscape uses
• Woodland/woods edge
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Additional Information about Digitalis purpurea 'Excelsior Hybrids'

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. 

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Digitalis purpurea 'Excelsior Hybrids'

Best grown in average to medium moisture, a well-drained soil, in partial shade. Can tolerate full sun with adequate moisture. Plants will require staking. Is considered a biennial, so allow the plant to reseed.