Digitalis obscura 'Orange'

Willow Leaf Foxglove


Photo courtesy of Swift Greenhouses

  • Woody-based, shrubby perennial
  • Large tubular, funnel-shaped, pendulous, rusty dark orange to greenish-yellow flowers
  • Interior red veining and spotting
  • Linear, gray-green, willow like leaves
Border or Bed
Border or Bed
Cut Flower/ Foliage
Cut Flower/ Foliage
Evergreen
Evergreen
Garden
Garden
Low Maintenance
Low Maintenance
Rock Garden
Rock Garden
Deer Resistant
Deer Resistant

Biennial plant producing flowers in its second year. One sided flower spikes hold tubular flowers in a variety of colors such as white, lavender, pink and peach. Blooms in late spring, deadheading spent flowers encourages more blooms. Basal rosettes of oblong, light green leaves. Great for borders, woodland gardens and in front of dark backdrops to make their flowers pop.



Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:

Prefers moist, well drained, acidic soil Maintain moisture for best flowering and healthier foliage Location should be somewhat sheltered from heavy wind


Height: 12-24 in
Spread: 10-24 in
Spacing: 12-24 in
Price Level 1: $7.99 ea.~#1
Bloom Color: Orange
Zone: 4-8
Price Level 2: 5 for $35~#1
 

Additional Characteristics & Attributes:


Attributes:

  • Garden
  • Low Maintenance
  • Rock Garden
  • Evergreen
  • Border or Bed
  • Edging
  • Cut Flower/ Foliage

Critter Resistance:

  • Deer Resistant

Exposure:

  • Partial Sun

Habit:

  • Upright

Foliage Color:

  • Green

Season of Interest (Flowering):

  • Summer

Attracts Wildlife:

  • Attracts Hummingbirds
  • Attracts Butterflies

Soil Moisture:

  • Moist, Well-Drained


Genus Overview: Digitalis

Common Name: Foxglove

Biennial plant producing flowers in its second year. One sided flower spikes hold tubular flowers in a variety of colors such as white, lavender, pink and peach. Blooms in late spring, deadheading spent flowers encourages more blooms. Basal rosettes of oblong, light green leaves. Great for borders, woodland gardens and in front of dark backdrops to make their flowers pop.