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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
$20.83
Exposure
Full Sun
Partial Sun/Shade
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)
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.