Digitalis ferruginea Seeds (Rusty Foxglove)
Digitalis ferruginea, also known as Rusty Foxglove, is a striking biennial or short-lived perennial. It boasts tall spires of tubular, bell-shaped flowers in shades of deep pink to rusty orange, often marked with dark speckles. These blooms attract pollinators like bees and hummingbirds. Rusty Foxglove can reach heights of 2-4 feet and is hardy in USDA zones 4-8. Gardeners can grow this species from Digitalis ferruginea seeds. It thrives in partial to full sun and well-drained soil. This elegant and robust plant adds a vertical accent to cottage gardens and woodland settings, providing a burst of color and wildlife appeal.
Growing Digitalis ferruginea from Seed
- Growth cycle: Perennial
- Watering: Medium
- Sunlight: Full Sun
- Suitable climates: Marine West Coast, Mediterranean, Humid Subtropical, Tropical Wet, Tropical Wet & Dry, Semiarid
- Where to grow: Outdoors
- Flower color: Yellow
Germinating Rusty Foxglove Flower Seeds
To germinate Digitalis ferruginea seeds, start indoors in early spring. Sow the seeds on moist, well-draining soil, and cover them lightly. Maintain a temperature of 65-70°F (18-21°C) and provide indirect sunlight. Germination typically occurs in 14-21 days.
We source all of our Digitalis ferruginea seeds from a small greenhouse facility based in southeastern Maine and store them in a dark, temperature-controlled environment before shipment. You’ll find that our fresh Rusty Foxglove seeds are much easier to germinate than the mass-produced packets of flower seeds found in stores! If you have any trouble growing Rusty Foxglove seeds, we’re happy to send you additional gardening tips. In the (unlikely) event that your Digitalis ferruginea seeds do not germinate at all, we’ll give you a full refund, no questions asked.
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