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Digitalis purpurea (Foxy Group)

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 60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft)
Spread 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in)
Light partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
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Description Digitalis purpurea (Foxy Group) (common foxglove) bears showy blossoms during late spring to early summer.
Typical Uses Annual.
Special Characteristics Birds are attracted to Digitalis purpurea (Foxy Group) .
Cautions Where conditions are favourable, Digitalis purpurea (Foxy Group) (common foxglove) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control.