Strawberry Digitalis (Foxglove)

Digitalis × mertonensis 'Strawberry' Strawberry Foxglove is a striking perennial with tall spikes of rosy-pink to crushed strawberry-red flowers. The tubular, gently nodding blooms are delicately spotted inside and rise dramatically above a lush base of large, velvety green leaves, bringing beautiful height, color, and old-fashioned charm to the garden. Reaching 3–4 feet tall in bloom, Strawberry Foxglove makes an impressive vertical accent for cottage gardens, woodland edges, perennial borders, and pollinator plantings. Its nectar-rich flowers attract hummingbirds and other pollinators, while deer and rabbits generally avoid the foliage. Although considered a short-lived perennial, it can self-seed when conditions are favorable. Plant Details: Height: 3–4 ft Width: 18–24 in Shape: Upright, clump-forming Exposure: Part Shade to Full Sun Foliage: Rich Green, velvety Hardiness Zones: 4–8 Why you’ll love it: Strawberry-Pink Flowers: Beautiful rosy-pink to strawberry-red blooms create a distinctive garden display. Tall Flower Spikes: Add dramatic vertical interest to borders and mixed perennial beds. Pollinator Friendly: Tubular flowers attract hummingbirds, bees, and other garden pollinators. Beautiful Foliage: Large, velvety green leaves remain attractive beneath the flower spikes. Deer & Rabbit Resistant: Generally avoided by browsing deer and rabbits. Cottage Garden Favorite: Perfect for adding romantic color and height to traditional and naturalistic plantings. Growing Tips Plant in rich, moist, well-drained soil in partial shade to full sun. In hotter climates, afternoon shade can help protect plants from excessive heat. Keep the soil consistently moist but not soggy, especially during winter. Removing spent flower spikes can encourage more blooms, while leaving some flowers to mature lets the plant self-seed. All parts of Digitalis are toxic if ingested, so plant with care around children and pets. With its tall spikes of strawberry-pink flowers and lush, velvety foliage, Strawberry Foxglove brings dramatic height, romantic color, and pollinator appeal to the perennial garden.