Digitalis purpurea 'Snow Thimble' Digitalis purpurea (foxglove)
Digitalis purpurea 'Snow Thimble' Digitalis purpurea (foxglove)
This is a unique selection of Foxglove, bearing tall spikes of pure white bell-shaped flowers in summer. Requires overwintering to flower the following summer.
Ideal Conditions:
Prefers full sun, or partial shade with free-draining soil or compost.
Possible Situation:
Great for mid to back border plantings. Help to create that cottage garden feeling.
Resilience:
Hardy
Habit:
Upright
Height x Spread / Trail:
100 x 40 cm
Features:
Attracts Wildlife
Typical Season:
Summer
Flower Colour:
white
Foliage Colour:
green
Flowering Time:
June - September
Planting Recommendations:
Bed/Border
Prefers:
Full Sun
Part Sun
Temperature Tolerance:
A hardy plant which should survive at least 2 years in normal winter conditions outside, especially if protected from the hardest frosts.
Plant Care:
CAUTION: All parts of digitalis plants are harmful if eaten and contact with the foliage may irritate the skin and eyes.