Photo of Digitalis mariana flower by Javier martin

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Digitalis mariana

Also Known As

  • Digitalis purpurea subsp. mariana
  • Foxglove

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 3'-6'
  • W: 1'-2'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Digitalis mariana plant details

Digitalis mariana is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer pink and purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Digitalis mariana

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: plantaginaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 3 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: pink and purple blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Digitalis mariana

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Native to Spain and Portugal with white wooly rosettes of foliage and purplish pink flowers that are glabrous on the exterior.

Gardening facts about Digitalis mariana plant

How to Grow Digitalis mariana

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
    • purple
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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