Digitalis purpurea Excelsior 1G

(Foxglove)

A classic foxglove strain with tall spires of large, tubular blooms held outward around the stalk (often in mixed pastel-to-rose tones) in late spring to early summer. Grows best in part sun/part shade with evenly moist, well-drained soil; often biennial but may self-sow in happy conditions. 

• Plant Patent: n/a
• Container Size: trade gallon
• USDA Zone: 4-8
• Height: 36-60"
• Spread: 12-24" 
• Sun Exposure: full sun to part shade
• Soil Moisture: average
• Bloom Time: late spring to early summer
• Bloom Color: purple, pink, yellow, white
• Foliage Color: green
• US Native: no
• Wildlife Benefit: hummingbirds
• Notes: deer tolerant, rabbit tolerant