SUNSET® foxglove
Digitalis obscura
Dwarf selection with evergreen, willow-like foliage that is set off by burnt sienna-colored trumpet-shaped flowers. Perennial.
Tips from the pros: Shear back to the ground in spring. Carefully cut plants back in July if needed to encourage prolonged bloom. Requires well-drained soil.
Plant Type | Perennial |
Height | 14-24 inches |
Width | 16-20 inches |
Flowering Season | Summer |
Flower Color | Orange |
Sun | Sun, Part Sun |
Water Needs | Moderate to dry |
USDA Hardiness Zone | Zones 4b-9 |
Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sandy |
Deer Resistant | Yes |
Good for Pollination | Yes |
Winter Interest | No |
North American Native | No |
Year Introduced | 2004 |
Annual Commercial Maintenance | Hand trim back dead stems in spring. |
5-10 Year Commercial Maintenance | Follow annual maintenance. This can be a long lived perennial. |
Elevation Guide | Up to 6200 ft |