Digitalis - foxgloves

Best in a sheltered (from wind) shady spot. All species seem to be adored by bees and bumble bees are their main pollinators.

Please note that all parts of Digitalis are poisionous and contact with the leaves and stems may irritate the skin. Wear gloves when handling Digitalis.
Digitalis ferruginea 'Gigantea'  AGM

Digitalis ferruginea 'Gigantea' AGM

  • Pot size: 1 Litre
  • Plant ultimate height: 75cm plus (32in plus)
  • Growing condition: Partial - full shade
  • Flowering season: June to July

Tall growing form with larger brown flowers over a long period. Looks great planted with other woodland plants and ferns. Poisonous and wear gloves when handling.

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Digitalis parviflora 'Milk Chocolate' AGM

  • Pot size: 1 Litre
  • Plant ultimate height: 60cm (24in)
  • Growing condition: Partial - full shade
  • Flowering season: July to August

A classic perennial foxglove with long candles of chocolate coloured white netted flowers in early Summer.
Poisonous and wear gloves when handling.

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