Digitalis x mertonensis

A perennial foxglove with large, dusky pink flowers on sturdy spikes in mid-summer. Great in part-shade, even dry shade. Hardy. To 90cm.

At a glance

Common Name

Strawberry foxglove

Type

Hardy perennial

Height

60cm to 90cm

Colour

Pink

Spread Rate

Slow

Flowering

Mid Summer

Soil Type

Normal, Drained, Dry

Aspect

Shade, Part-shade

Pollination

Attractive to pollinators

Awards

RHS AGM Award

Sue's Notes about Digitalis x mertonensis (Strawberry foxglove)

If the central spike flops after flowering, cut it down and side shoots will flower. In truth, this plant has not proved reliably perennial every year, but comes true from seed.

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