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Foxglove · 'Kensington Stockyard'

Plantaginaceae · Digitalis purpurea

Characteristics

Hardy Biennial
Foliage:

The basics

Position: Part sun, Full sun
Soil: Moist, well-drained
Position

Sowing Seeds

Sow in Autumn, Winter
Technique: Direct, Raise seedlings

Depth: 0 mm Width: 40 cm

Germination

14 to 21 days at 18 to 21°C

Care

Foxglove plants may need to be supported as they grow. Depending on the expected size and height of the plant, use a stake, bamboo cane, trellis or string lines to support plants.

Pruning

When to prune: After flowering

Deadhead foxglove flowers regularly during the growing season. Using sharp secateurs or snips cut fading or dead flowers off just above a set of leaves. Removing old flowers regularly will encourage plants to produce more flowers.

When plants have finished flowering prune them back to neaten them and encourage strong new growth. Using sharp secateurs or snips, cut individual stems just above a set of lower leaves.

Common Problems: Aphids, Powdery mildew, Slugs and snails

Propagation

Self-seeding.

Journal

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8 Oct 2023 · Germination (1)

25 Sep 2023 · Planted Seeds (14) · Due: 9 Oct 2023 to 16 Oct 2023

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