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ISOPLEXIS canariensis 'Bella'
Commonly known as Canary Island foxglove

Compact form of Canary Island Foxglove. Spikes of apricot-orange flowers.
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Good to know
Syn. Digitalis canariensis -
Pests & Diseases
Red spider mites and whitefly if under glass -
Place of origin
Canary Islands -
EvergreenLance-shaped, leathery, deep-green leaves to 15cm (6in) long, hairy beneath
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RacemesDense racemes 30cm (12in) long
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Greenhouse / conservatoryNot the sort of plants to be grown outside where there are likely to be frosts. These plants need to be grown in a conservatory or cool greenhouse or at least brought inside for the winterLoam-based compost and dappled shade. Medium humidity
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Tender (greenhouse & conservatory)
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Lanceolate
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Height
1.2m (4ft) -
Spread
1m (39in) -
Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightErect and bushy when young, spreading with age. Flowers to 3cm (1¼in) long with a 2-lobed upper lip
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Tender - cool or frost free greenhouse
Tolerant of low temperatures, but not surviving being frozen. Except in frost-free inner-city areas or coastal extremities requires glasshouse conditions. Plant can withstand temperatures down to 1°C (34°F) -
Summer Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soil
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Full sun
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Mature Size1.2m (4ft)
1m (39in)
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