{"product_id":"digitalis-mertonensis-strawberry-foxglove","title":"Digitalis × mertonensis (Strawberry Foxglove)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDigitalis × mertonensis\u003c\/em\u003e, commonly called the Strawberry Foxglove, is a striking semi-evergreen perennial. It forms neat clumps and brings a soft, coppery-pink colour to your garden in late spring and early summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlant Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight: Grows to approximately 75cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpread: Forms a clump up to 50cm wide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoliage: Dark green, lance-shaped leaves with a slightly hairy underside.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlowers: Long, erect spikes of velvety, tubular flowers. Each flower is about 6cm long and has a unique coppery-tinted mauve-pink colour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOther Names\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis plant is also known by the synonym \u003cem\u003e\u003cem\u003eDigitalis × mertonensis\u003c\/em\u003e grandiflora 'Purpurea'\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBenefits for UK Wildlife\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Strawberry Foxglove is excellent for pollinators. The tubular flowers are a perfect shape for bumblebees, which you will see regularly visiting the blooms. By planting it, you provide a valuable nectar source in late spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting and Care Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant in partial shade or full sun, provided the soil stays moist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose a location with well-drained soil that does not dry out completely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt suits woodland garden borders or cottage garden schemes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter flowering, you can cut the main spike back to encourage smaller side shoots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis perennial is clump-forming and will reliably return each year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWould you like a plant that adds vertical interest and helps your local bees? \u003cem\u003eDigitalis × mertonensis\u003c\/em\u003e achieves both with its elegant flower spires.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Allensmore","offers":[{"title":"1 Litre","offer_id":58473919447343,"sku":"qmb1789522851440","price":10.68,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/8797\/5727\/files\/digitalis-mertonensis-strawberry-foxglove_1.jpg?v=1789522855","url":"https:\/\/modestly.shop\/products\/digitalis-mertonensis-strawberry-foxglove","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}