Life Cycle
Biennial
Plant Characteristics
Tall flower spikes bell shaped blooms
Growth Habit
Upright
Bloom Season
Late spring to early summer
Flavour Profile
Not applicable
Suitable for
Outdoor
Seed Type
Open pollinated
Plant Type
Ornamental flowering plant
Planting Season
Spring Summer
Fruit Size
Not applicable
Plant Height
90 to 120 cm
Light Requirement
Partial Shade
Water Needs
Moderate
Hardiness Zones
Cool to temperate climates
Container Garden
Limited suitable for deep containers
Plant Spacing
30 to 45 cm
Planting Depth
Surface sow
Growing Conditions
Cool moist
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Foxglove (Digitalis purpurea) 'Apricot' a popular flowering plant?
What makes Foxglove (Digitalis purpurea) 'Apricot' a popular flowering plant?
Foxglove 'Apricot' is admired for its elegant apricot-colored bell-shaped flowers, tall upright flower spikes, and graceful cottage garden appeal, making it a popular choice for borders, woodland gardens, and ornamental landscape displays.
Where can Foxglove 'Apricot' be grown?
Where can Foxglove 'Apricot' be grown?
It grows well in flower beds, cottage gardens, woodland borders, raised beds, and containers with fertile, well-drained soil in a location that receives full sun to partial shade.
Do bees, butterflies, and other pollinators visit the flowers?
Do bees, butterflies, and other pollinators visit the flowers?
Yes, the tubular, nectar-rich blooms may attract bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinating insects during the flowering season.
Can Foxglove 'Apricot' be used as a cut flower?
Can Foxglove 'Apricot' be used as a cut flower?
Yes, its tall flower spikes and soft apricot blooms make it well suited for fresh floral arrangements, mixed bouquets, and decorative indoor displays.
Does removing spent flower spikes help maintain healthy plants?
Does removing spent flower spikes help maintain healthy plants?
Yes, removing faded flower spikes helps keep plants looking tidy and supports healthy growth under suitable growing conditions.
Does Foxglove 'Apricot' provide long-lasting seasonal interest?
Does Foxglove 'Apricot' provide long-lasting seasonal interest?
Yes, healthy plants produce striking apricot bell-shaped flowers on tall spikes with attractive green foliage, adding lasting height, color, texture, and ornamental appeal to gardens and landscape plantings throughout the flowering season under suitable growing conditions.