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DIGITALIS x valinii 'Firebird'
Commonly known as Foxglove
Runner-up in the RHS Chelsea Flower Show Plant of the Year competition 2019. Glossy dark green leaves. Spikes of brightly coloured flowers, in shades of apricot, pink and gold
Further Reading....
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Deciduous
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Height90cm (36in) -
Spread45cm (18in)
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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.
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Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winterHardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°F)
DIGITALIS x valinii 'Firebird'
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Additional Features
Good to knowD. (Isoplexis) canariensis x D. purpurea. Wildlife plant - insects
Pests & DiseasesLeaf spot, powdery mildew. Red spider mite and whiteflies under glass
Place of originGarden origin. UK. John Fielding -
Flower ShapeRacemesTubular
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Garden Location/ConditionsPatio / pot plants
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HardinessFrost hardy (down to -5)
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Seasonal InterestSummer
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Soil ConditionsFertile well drained soilAvoid very wet or very dry soils
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Toxic - Category B - CAUTION
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Bee friendly
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Digitalis - Growing Guide
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