DIGIPLEXIS® Illumination Flame
Tender Hybrid Foxglove |
USDA Zone: 8-9 |
Plant number: 1.189.830
This outstanding hybrid is the result of breeding between Digitalis (Foxglove) and a Digitalis relative from the Canary Islands, Isoplexis. Masses of beautiful tubular flowers appear over a long period on tall stems in red to orange shades with yellow throats, very much resembling living flames. Attractive to hummingbirds, butterflies and bees. Definitely worth growing as an annual farther north. Won Plant of the Year at the 2012 Chelsea Flower Show and Greenhouse Grower’s 2013 Award of Excellence. It was also featured in the March/April 2014 issue of Fine Gardening Magazine and in the June 2014 issue of Garden Gate Magazine. CAUTION: Toxic if eaten. USPPP: unlicensed propagation prohibited.
Further details for
DIGIPLEXIS® Illumination Flame
Optimal Growing Conditions
Sun Exposure Full Sun or Partial Shade
Soil Type Normal or Sandy or Clay
Soil pH Neutral or Alkaline or Acid
Soil Moisture Average or Moist
Care Level Moderate
Appearance and Characteristics
Flower Colour Creamy Yellow Deep Pink Orange Red
Blooming Time Early Summer Mid Summer Late Summer Late Spring Early Fall Mid Fall
Foliage Color Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics Accent: Good Texture/Form Attracts Butterflies Attracts Hummingbirds Border Containers Cut Flower Deer Resistant Massed Poisonous/Toxic Specimen
Flower Head Size Very Large
Height 85-90 cm 33-35 inches
Spread 40-45 cm 16-18 inches
Foot Traffic None
Growth Rate Fast
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.
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