Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Plantaginaceae

Genus:

Digitalis

Species:

Digitalis mertonensis

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

90 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Colors:

pink, rose, copper

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

bees, hummingbirds

Deer Resistant:

Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 14–21 days

Germination Time:

14–28 days

Notes:

Surface sow seeds; light required for germination. Cold stratification for 2-3 weeks improves germination.

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