Item Number  59304
Description  Foxglove (Digitalis) Purpurea
Unit Price(£)  1.00
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Wild Foxglove. Long spikes of purple flowers mottled inside. Grow in almost any site and sometimes throws white form. Height 60-120cm dependent on site.

1,000 Plants per packet


SOW OUTSIDE
April or May where it will flower the following year.
GROW
In light, well drained soil.    Prefers acid soil.
SITE
In partial shade or sun.
MEDICINAL
It was used in heart conditions but always under medical supervision. The dried leaves may be used externally as a poultice to help healing of wounds. |The Foxglove plant has a stimulating effect when planted near other plants, encouraging their growth and protecting them from fungus.
HELPFUL HINTS
To help cut flowers keep fresh longer in a vase try adding a tea made from foxglove leaves.


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