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Digitalis ‘Polkadot Pippa’
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Digitalis ‘Polkadot Pippa’
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Digitalis ‘Polkadot Pippa’


Hybrid Foxglove

USDA Zone: 4-9

Plant number: 1.190.650


A new series, this hybrid Foxglove is sterile so it flowers for many weeks, beginning in midsummer. It forms a low rosette of dark green leaves, bearing taller stems that hold spikes of dangling bells. Blooms are an intriguing deep rose and apricot with yellow throat. Stems are good and strong for cutting. Attractive to hummingbirds. Excellent for the middle to back of a sunny border and in mixed containers. Charles Valin, the plant breeder at Thompson & Morgan, has created this Polkadot series which are raised from seed. CAUTION: Toxic if eaten.

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Digitalis ‘Polkadot Pippa’


Optimal Growing
Conditions
Appearance and
Characteristics
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
  Easy
Flower Colour
  Creamy Yellow
  Deep Pink
  Salmon
Blooming Time
  Mid Summer
  Late Summer
  Early Fall
Foliage Color
  Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Attracts Hummingbirds
  Border
  Containers
  Cut Flower
  Deer Resistant
  Rabbit Resistant
  Massed
Height
   60-90 cm
   23-35 inches
Spread
   50-60 cm
   20-23 inches
Foot Traffic
   None
Growth Rate
   Medium
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.