Common foxglove 'Sutton's Apricot' (Digitalis purpurea 'Sutton's Apricot')

Common foxglove 'Sutton's Apricot'

Also known as: Purple foxglove 'Sutton's Apricot', Virgin's glove 'Sutton's Apricot'

The Common foxglove has purple flowers in the wild, but common foxglove 'Sutton's Apricot' is a distinctive cultivar because of the apricot pink flowers for which it is named. This is a popular garden plant for its unusual flowers and because it's easy to grow. It thrives in many parts of the garden and in different soil and shade conditions.

Scientific classification

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Perennial

Lifespan

Herb

Plant Type

50 cm

Spread

Green

Leaf Color

3 cm to 4.5 cm

Flower Size

Brown

Fruit Color

Winter dormancy

Dormancy

Semi-evergreen

Leaf type

5 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Care Guide for Common foxglove 'Sutton's Apricot'

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

5 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Common foxglove 'Sutton's Apricot', native to temperate woodland edges, prefers moist, well-drained soil requiring weekly watering for optimal hydration. It thrives with consistent moisture, balancing drought tolerance and humidity needs. Flowering is linked to proper watering and seasonal rainfall patterns during its active outdoor growing season.

Fertilize: For optimal growth of common foxglove 'Sutton's Apricot', use balanced, slow-release fertilizers in early spring and mid-summer. Over-fertilization should be avoided. Increase feeding during strong spring growth and reduce as dormancy nears. Follow manufacturer's guidelines and wear gloves while applying. Water regularly post-fertilization for better nutrient absorption.

Pruning: Common foxglove 'Sutton's Apricot' is a biennial with tall spires and bell-shaped flowers. Prune in early spring to remove damaged foliage and pinch back spent flowers in late spring for more blooms. Cutting back after flowering prevents self-seeding and promotes growth. Use clean, sharp tools for pruning.

Propagation: Common foxglove 'Sutton's Apricot' is a valued perennial known for its tubular flowers. To propagate, take stem cuttings from young growth in late spring or summer, dip in rooting hormone, and plant in moist, well-draining soil. Ensure indirect light until roots develop to enhance its presence in shaded areas.

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