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Digitalis ferruginea

Family Scrophulariaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   4a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 0.9 - 1.5 m (3 - 5 ft)
Spread 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in)
Light light shade to partial shade
Soil Moisture average to moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Digitalis ferruginea (rusty foxglove) bears showy and pastel yellow blossoms during late spring to early summer. The foliage is dark green in colour.
Typical Uses Bedding plant, border, cut flowers, naturalization and woodland.
Special Characteristics This herbaceous perennial attracts birds to your garden.
Cautions Be aware that this herbaceous perennial is poisonous or toxic. Plan its application carefully if you have children or pets. Where conditions are favourable, Digitalis ferruginea (rusty foxglove) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control. This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.