Digitalis Ciliata

Description

Digitalis ciliata, commonly known as Hairy Foxglove, is a hardy perennial species known for its striking, tubular flowers with soft, hairy textures. The flowers are creamy yellow to pale white with purple-brown veining, adding a subtle yet exotic flair to garden borders or naturalized landscapes. The plant forms a basal rosette of lance-shaped leaves, with flowering spikes rising gracefully to create vertical interest. This foxglove species is particularly noted for its ability to thrive in dry, rocky soils, making it a great choice for xeriscaping or low-maintenance gardens. It is highly attractive to pollinators like bees and butterflies and is deer-resistant.

Sowing Advice

Sow immediately at any time onto preferably a soil-based compost, covering with fine grit to approximately their own depth. Germination MAY be quicker if kept at 15 to 20 degrees C. but many seeds WILL NOT come up the year they are sown, needing winter chilling after sowing, and ONLY come up with natural spring germination.

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