Digitalis purp. 'Dalmatian Purple' (foxglove) – purple – 6 plants, Ø11 cm, 15–25 cm high

Digitalis purp. 'Dalmatian Purple' (foxglove) in a set of 6 in purple, straight from the grower to your garden. The plants are in Ø11 cm nursery pots and are approximately 15–25 cm tall. Foxglove blooms with tall spikes of bell-shaped flowers, popular with bumblebees. It also does well in a spot with less sun, where many other plants struggle.

Characteristics

• Indoor or outdoor: Outdoor plant – for garden, balcony and terrace
• Botanical name: Digitalis purp. 'Dalmatian Purple'
• Also known as: foxglove
• Quantity: 6 plants
• Pot size: Ø11 cm
• Height at delivery: approx. 15–25 cm
• Flower colour: purple
• Flowering period: June–July
• Location: partial shade
• Winter hardy: yes
• Watering: keep the soil lightly moist during the first year; after that, water only during dry periods
• Beautiful in: borders, pots on balconies or terraces
• Bees and butterflies: attracts bees, bumblebees and butterflies
• Note: toxic to humans and animals

Care

Plant in groups of three or five for the best effect in the border. A layer of compost in spring provides sufficient nourishment. Also read our tips on watering and repotting.