Merton Foxglove (Digitalis)

Are you looking to add something a little unusual to your cottage garden? Look no further than foxglove! Tall flower stems and downward-facing bell-shaped flowers add exciting dimension and an eclectic feel to the garden. Merton foxglove (Digitalis grandiflora x purpurea) is a biennial foxglove that prefers more shade than other foxglove varieties. It thrives in full-shade environments below trees or alongside house borders, provided the soil stays moist. The interesting coppery-rose flowers look amazing in cut-flower arrangements; just be sure to leave some for the pollinators to enjoy.

Vital detals:

Size: 36-48” tall and 12-24” wide

Light: Part sun (4-6 hours sun) to shade (< 4 hours sun)

Water: After establishment, water occasionally during the hot season.

Hardiness: 4-8 (Find your hardiness zone)

Pollinator value: Attracts butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees!

Notable features: Deer-resistant, cut flower, cold-tolerant, container-friendly

Plant name: Digitalis grandiflora x purpurea