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Digitalis x mertonensis

Long, erect spikes of coppery-tinted rosy-coloured flowers. Recommend dividing after flowering.

Growing conditions:  Prefers well-drained soil in part shade.
Special note:  Seed comes true.
Typical mature height:  30 inches ( 76 cms )
Hardiness:  Hardy. Should withstand average to cold UK winters.
 Insect-friendly plant This is an insect-friendly plant which gives bees and other insects easy access to nectar and pollen.
 Digitalis x mertonensis

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