Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb |
Sun Requirements: | Full Sun to Partial Shade Partial Shade to Full Shade |
Flowers: | Showy |
Uses: | Cut Flower |
Wildlife Attractant: | Bees Butterflies Hummingbirds |
Resistances: | Deer Resistant |
Toxicity: | Other: The Latin word digitalis means finger and the blossoms of this flower fit the human finger almost perfectly. But the flowers and leaves are highly toxic, and this plant should not be grown in areas frequented by children. |
Propagation: Seeds: | Sow in situ |
Propagation: Other methods: | Division Other: Divide in early spring or fall |
Containers: | Suitable in 3 gallon or larger |
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