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Digitalis X mertonensis

Sunset Foxglove

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Information by: J.J. Neilson Arboretum        Photographer: Linda Engstrom

 

Description

With glossy dark green leaves, this flower spikes to 3' and produces large, red/salmon pink flowers.

 

Plant Type

Perennial

Height Range

1-3'

Flower Color

Pink

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half, Shade

Water

Medium, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Woodland

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Summer

Location Uses

Background, Perennial Border

Special Uses

n/a

Attracts Wildlife

Hummingbirds

Water Saving Tip:

The best time of day to water is in the early morning when there is no wind or hot drying sun.