Digitalis p. ‘Dalmatian Purple’ (30)ct Flat

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Digitalis purpurea ‘Dalmatian Purple’ (30)ct Flat Dalmatian Series Common Name: Foxglove

This improvement over ‘Dalmatian Purple’ displays greater vigor, better uniformity, and an earlier bloom time. The Dalmatian Foxgloves are some of the fastest to finish and bloom, making them a favorite of growers looking to turn greenhouse space quickly and growers looking to plant and finish a crop for spring sales.

This Fleuroselect Gold Medal winner produces large spikes of outward facing, lilac purple flowers with maroon spotted throats on sturdy, upright stems in early summer.

Digitalis forms large rosettes of downy, green, oblong leaves from which numerous flower spikes emerge. It looks especially nice when planted along fences, at the wood’s edge, or in large containers.

Foxglove prefers acidic, moist, well-drained soil that is enriched with humus. Keeping this plant watered will result in better flowering and healthier foliage. In most climates, partial shade is best, though it will grow in full sun in northern regions.

Propagation is recommended by letting the plant self-seed and using the resulting plantlets. It may also be grown from seed.

Height: 2.0-3.0 FeetSpread: 1.0 FeetHardiness Zones: 4,5,6,7,8,9Flower Color: Purple shadesFoliage Color: Green shadesFull Sun to Part Shade Average Water NeedsAverage to Fertile Soil QualityBloomtime: Early SummerAttracts HummingbirdsBee FriendlyDeer and Rabbit ResistantGrowth Rate: Rapid

Border Plant, Container, Cut Flower, Mass Planting

Digitalis purpurea ‘Dalmatian Purple’ is a beautiful and popular variety of foxglove, known for its charming purple flowers with speckled throats. Here is a closer look at its characteristics:

Appearance:

• Rich Purple Flowers: ‘Dalmatian Purple’ produces elegant, bell-shaped flowers in a lovely shade of rich purple, often described as lilac-purple or plum-purple.
• Spotted Throats: The inside of each flower is adorned with small, attractive maroon or darker purple speckles, adding to their unique beauty.
• Upright Spikes: The flowers are arranged on tall, sturdy, upright stems, creating a striking vertical accent in the garden.
• Rosette of Leaves: In its first year, it forms a rosette of downy, dark green, oval leaves. The flower stalks emerge from the center of this rosette in the second year.

Growing Conditions:

• Sunlight: Prefers full sun to partial shade. It thrives in moist, organically rich soil.
• Soil: Well-drained soil is essential. It prefers humus-rich soil in partial shade but can tolerate full sun.
• Hardiness Zones: Suitable for USDA hardiness zones 4-9.

Care:

• Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist, especially during dry spells.
• Deadheading: Remove spent flower spikes to encourage further blooms. However, if you want the plant to self-seed, leave some flower spikes to develop seeds.
• Self-seeding: ‘Dalmatian Purple’ readily self-seeds, which can help create lovely colonies over time.
• Propagation: You can propagate it by letting it self-seed or by growing it from seeds (though it may take two years to flower from seed).

Uses:

• Borders and Beds: Ideal for adding vertical interest and vibrant color to borders and beds.
• Cottage Gardens: Fits perfectly in cottage gardens, adding a touch of charm and whimsy.
• Coastal Gardens: Tolerates coastal conditions.
• Naturalized Areas: Can be incorporated into naturalized areas for a wild and effortless look.
• Cut Flowers: The tall flower spikes make beautiful cut flowers.

Additional Information:

• Attracts Hummingbirds: The flowers are attractive to hummingbirds, which will hover near the tubular blossoms.
• Attracts Birds: Birds are attracted to the seedheads in the fall.
• Deer and Rabbit Tolerant: Deer and rabbits tend to avoid foxgloves.
• Toxicity: It is important to note that foxgloves are highly toxic if ingested. Wear gloves when handling them and wash your hands afterward. Keep them away from children and pets.

Digitalis purpurea ‘Dalmatian Purple’ is a delightful addition to any garden, offering beautiful purple flowers, attracting pollinators, and adding a touch of elegance to the landscape. Just remember to handle it with care due to its toxicity.

Thirty (30) plants per flat (or tray). Approximate Plug Measurements: 3 inches deep x 2 inches wide.

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