Product Description
Digitalis p. 'Dalmation Purple' (10)ct Quarts
Digitalis purpurea 'Dalmatian Purple' is a striking foxglove cultivar that produces tall, majestic spires of vibrant purple flowers. It is a popular choice for adding vertical interest and attracting pollinators to gardens. Here is a closer look at what makes it special:
Appearance:
- Flowers: 'Dalmatian Purple' features numerous, densely-packed, bell-shaped flowers along strong, upright stems. The flowers are a vibrant shade of purple with speckled throats and bloom from early to mid-summer. The flower spires can reach 2-3 feet tall, creating a dramatic vertical accent in the garden.
- Foliage: The plant forms a basal rosette of lance-shaped, green leaves.
Growing Conditions:
- Light: Thrives in full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate some shade, but it will flower best with at least 4-6 hours of direct sunlight per day.
- Soil: Prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is not too fussy about soil type or pH but benefits from fertile soil with good drainage.
- Hardiness Zones: Hardy in USDA zones 5-9, making it suitable for a wide range of climates.
Uses:
- Borders and Beds: Its tall flower spires add vertical interest and a touch of drama to borders, beds, and cottage gardens.
- Woodland Gardens: It is also a great choice for woodland gardens, where it can naturalize and create a beautiful, informal look.
- Containers: 'Dalmatian Purple' can be grown in containers, but it is important to choose a large pot to accommodate its size.
- Cut Flowers: The flowers make excellent cut flowers for fresh arrangements.
- Pollinator Gardens: It is a great choice for pollinator gardens, attracting bees, butterflies, and especially hummingbirds with its abundant nectar.
Additional Benefits:
- First-Year Flowering: Unlike many foxgloves that are biennials (taking two years to bloom), 'Dalmatian Purple' is known for its ability to flower in its first year from seed.
- Compact Habit: It has a more compact habit than some other foxglove varieties, making it suitable for smaller gardens.
- Self-Sowing: It often self-sows, creating new plants for future seasons.
- Deer and Rabbit Resistant: The foliage is generally unappealing to deer and rabbits.
Things to Consider:
- Biennial or Short-Lived Perennial: While 'Dalmatian Purple' can bloom in its first year, it is technically a biennial or short-lived perennial. This means it may not come back reliably year after year, but it often self-sows to create new plants.
- Toxicity: All parts of the foxglove plant are toxic if ingested, so it is important to keep it away from children and pets.
Overall, Digitalis purpurea 'Dalmatian Purple' is a beautiful and rewarding foxglove cultivar that is perfect for adding vertical interest and attracting pollinators to any garden. Its vibrant purple flowers, compact habit, and adaptability make it a popular choice for gardeners of all levels.
Ten (10) plants in quart containers per flat (or tray).
Other Details
The most important part of the plant is its root system. Healthy roots are the foundation of a healthy, vibrant plant. The type of plug container used is based on the specific needs of the plants. Perennials offered as bare root traditionally perform better when planted as bare root.Planted in a specialized mix, potted plants have well established root systems. Top growth stage will vary depending on the current life cycle and time of year when shipped. In Winter and early Spring dormant plants may be shipped. Dormant plants may be planted right away, even before the last frost date.
Most bare root varieties are field grown for at least one season, though Hemerocallis and Hosta are grown for two seasons. The bulk of the soil is removed during the harvesting process and the tops of most varieties are trimmed back to the crown. They are graded, packed in shredded aspen or sphagnum moss and stored in freezers until ready to be shipped.
See our Container Sizes and Bare Root Perennials pages for more information.
Plant information and care is provided in the Overview section, Plant Genus Page and general information is provided in the Planting Care & Guides. Additional questions can be asked on each Plant page.
Plant Spacing: Using the maximum mature spread or width of a plant to guide spacing, ensures space to grow to full size. To fill an area sooner, plant them closer together. Just remember, future thinning or transplanting may be needed.
Water: Keep a close eye on newly planted perennials, especially throughout the first growing year. Most early plant loss is due to too much or too little water!
