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REHMANNIA elata
Commonly known as Chinese foxglove
Pendant bright pinkish-purple flowers with red spots in the throat
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PurpleShades of purple/mauve/lilac/violetPinkish purple -
Height1.5m (5ft) -
Spread50cm (20in)
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HerbaceousEarly in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.Rosette-forming perennial with obovate, lobed or toothed, conspicuously veined, hairy, mid-green basal leaves 20-25cm (8-10in) long. Produces tubular flowers 7-10cm (2¾-4in) long.
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Hardy - average winterHardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F) -
Full sun
REHMANNIA elata
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Additional Features
Good to knowIn areas with mild, damp winters overwinter in a glasshouse
Pests & DiseasesSlugs and snails
Place of originChina -
Garden Location/ConditionsBorderSuits a sunny border
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HardinessFully hardy
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Seasonal InterestAutumnSummer
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Soil ConditionsWell drained, dry, poor to moderately fertile soilHumus-rich
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Rehmannia - Growing Guide
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1.5m (5ft)
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