Plants in genus digitalis
Digitalis lutea
Digitalis lutea, commonly known as the yellow foxglove, is a perennial native to western and southern Europe and North West Africa. It grows up to 3 feet tall, producing spikes of tubular yellow flowers with brown spots from late spring to early summer. This plant is known for its ability to self-sow, which can lead to it becoming weedy if not managed. It has received the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit but is toxic if ingested, so caution is advised when planting in areas accessible to pets or children.
Digitalis ferruginea
Digitalis ferruginea, also known as rusty foxglove, is a biennial or short-lived perennial native to Hungary, Romania, Turkey, and the Caucasus. It grows up to 4 feet tall, producing spikes of brown, tubular flowers in summer. While it adds a unique touch to gardens, all parts of the plant may cause discomfort if ingested, and the leaves can cause allergic reactions. This foxglove has received the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit.
Digitalis grandiflora
Digitalis grandiflora, native to southern Europe and Asia, is a herbaceous perennial with glossy green leaves and pale yellow, bell-shaped flowers. It blooms in June and July, preferring part shade and moisture-retentive, well-drained soil. All parts of this plant are toxic.
Digitalis purpurea
Digitalis purpurea, or common foxglove, is a striking plant with tall spikes of large white flowers, each featuring a dark violet-purple center. It reproduces true from seed when isolated and is known for its ability to attract pollinators. This plant thrives in sun to part sun and is resistant to rabbits, making it a resilient choice for gardens.
Digitalis laevigata
Digitalis laevigata, also known as Grecian foxglove, is a perennial species endemic to the Balkan peninsula. It features flower spikes up to 5 feet tall with bronzy orange flowers and thrives in hot, humid, rainy summers. This plant is well-suited for cottage gardens and rock gardens.
Digitalis purpurea 'Camelot Rose'
Digitalis purpurea 'Camelot Rose' is a striking plant with rose-pink flowers speckled with burgundy. It blooms from early to mid-summer and attracts bees, butterflies, and birds. While beautiful, it is poisonous if ingested and can become invasive, so it should be planted with care.
Digitalis fulva
Digitalis fulva is a perennial plant that forms winter rosettes of fuzzy green leaves, topped with 30-inch spikes of pink bell-shaped flowers in May. This plant is known for its rabbit-resistant properties and thrives in sun to part sun. Its striking flower spikes make it a standout choice for gardens.
Digitalis purpurea 'Dalmatian Rose'
Digitalis purpurea 'Dalmatian Rose' is a biennial plant featuring charming pinkish-purple flowers with dark freckles, attracting bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. It grows to a height of 2-3 feet and a width of 1 foot, making it a compact addition to gardens. Hardy in USDA zones 4-9, this plant prefers full to partial sun and requires well-drained soil with consistent moisture. It is resistant to deer and rabbits, though it is toxic and should be handled with care. Staking may be necessary to support its tall flower spikes.
Digitalis 'Goldcrest'
Digitalis 'Goldcrest' is a striking plant known for its yellow-peach flowers with reddish-brown markings, blooming from mid-summer to early fall. It features 18-inch long stems with dark green lance-shaped leaves and attracts bees, butterflies, and birds. This plant is poisonous if ingested and can be invasive, thriving in full sun to part shade. Its compact, well-branched form adds visual interest to garden spaces.
Digitalis purpurea 'Dalmatian Purple'
Digitalis purpurea 'Dalmatian Purple' is a biennial plant with rose-blushed purple flowers and dark freckles. It grows 2-3 feet tall and spreads about a foot wide, preferring part shade or mulched full sun. This pollinator-friendly plant is deer and rabbit-resistant and requires well-drained soil.
Digitalis purpurea 'Dalmatian Peach'
Digitalis purpurea 'Dalmatian Peach' is a biennial plant known for its salmon-peach-pink flowers with dark freckles. Hardy in USDA zones 4-11, it grows 1-2 feet tall and 1 foot wide, making it a compact choice for gardens. This plant is pollinator-friendly and resistant to deer and rabbits, thriving in full sun to partial shade with well-drained soil. Its unique coloration and ability to flower in its first year make it a standout in any garden setting.
Digitalis purpurea 'Camelot Lavender'
Digitalis purpurea 'Camelot Lavender' is a hybrid foxglove with large, pendulous lavender flowers encircling the stem. It blooms in early to mid-summer and is resistant to deer and rabbits. This plant attracts butterflies and pollinators and thrives in partial sun with rich, moist soils. It is poisonous if ingested.
Digitalis purpurea 'Candy Mountain'
Digitalis purpurea 'Candy Mountain' is a unique biennial plant, notable for being the first foxglove with upward-facing flowers. It blooms in early to mid-summer, attracting bees, butterflies, and birds with its rose-pink flowers. While it adds beauty to gardens, all parts of the plant are poisonous if ingested, and it can become invasive. It thrives in full sun to part shade, making it a versatile addition to various garden settings.
Digitalis purpurea 'Camelot Cream'
Digitalis purpurea 'Camelot Cream' is a biennial plant known for its creamy pinkish-white blooms with purple speckled throats. It attracts butterflies, pollinators, and hummingbirds, growing 3-4 feet tall. This plant requires consistently moist, well-drained soil and prefers full sun to part sun.
Digitalis 'Panther'
Digitalis 'Panther' is a hardy perennial with rosy purple blooms and purple and white speckled throats. Its scalloped trumpet-shaped flowers attract butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds. This plant tolerates coastal conditions and thrives in full sun, requiring well-drained soil and moderate moisture. It grows up to 2 feet tall and spreads 24-30 inches wide, making it a vibrant addition to sunny garden areas.
Digitalis obscura
Digitalis obscura, native to Spain and Morocco, is a woody perennial known for its high toxicity and medicinal use in heart regulation. It features amber to copper-colored flowers and narrow, linear evergreen leaves that turn purple in winter. This drought-tolerant plant thrives in dry, open woods, often on limestone, and is resistant to deer and rabbits, making it suitable for rock gardens.
Digitalis ferruginea 'Gigantea Gelbar Herold'
Digitalis ferruginea 'Gigantea Gelbar Herold' is a compact evergreen plant introduced in 1990, featuring 5-foot tall spikes of small yellow flowers flecked with brown. It blooms from June to August and is suitable for cottage gardens and dry shade areas.
Digitalis ferruginea 'Gigantea'
Digitalis ferruginea 'Gigantea' is a biennial species with fuzzy-leaf rosettes and spikes that reach over 5 feet. It features yellow-bronzy tubular flowers and is great for vertical accents.
Digitalis thapsi 'Spanish Peaks'
Digitalis thapsi 'Spanish Peaks' is a sun-loving perennial with large fuzzy green leaves and 2-foot tall spikes of pink bell-shaped flowers. It prefers well-drained, dry sites and is tolerant of sunny, dry spots. Bumblebees are attracted to its flowers, while rabbits and deer tend to avoid it.