Digitalis purpurea 'Sugar Plum'

Also Known As

Sugar Plum Foxglove

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 3'-4'
W: 2'

planting zones

4a-9b

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Digitalis purpurea 'Sugar Plum' plant details

Digitalis purpurea 'Sugar Plum' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer burgundy, pink and white flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Digitalis purpurea 'Sugar Plum'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: plantaginaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: burgundy, pink and white blooms in spring and summer
Uses: border plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, self-sowing, showy, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Digitalis purpurea 'Sugar Plum'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, rabbit and snail / slug
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Gardening facts about Digitalis purpurea 'Sugar Plum' plant

How to Grow Digitalis purpurea 'Sugar Plum'

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
- pink
- burgundy
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- bees
- deer resistant
- snail / slug resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- summer
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Texture
- fuzzy