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Foxglove Cafe Creme - 50 seeds (perennial)

2,95
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High germination rates Hoge kiemkracht Hohe Keimrate Taux de germination élevé
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Color guarantee Kleur garantie Farbgarantie Garantie de couleur
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Cut flower Snijbloem Schnittblume Fleur coupée
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Detailed sowing instructions Gedetailleerde zaai-instructies Detaillierte Aussaatanweisungen Instructions de semis détaillées

Description

Experience the unique charm of Digitalis lanata Cafe Creme, also known as woolly foxglove. This perennial plant features stunning coffee-colored blooms, making it a must-have for any garden.

Compact in size, Cafe Creme is perfect for early flowering cut flowers. Its elegant and unusual color adds a touch of sophistication to your garden, blooming year after year. Ideal for coffee lovers and garden enthusiasts, this foxglove is sure to impress with its unique beauty and versatility.

Specifications

  • Color
    Mixed
  • When can you sow
    February, March, April, June, September
  • Does it attract pollinators
    Yes
  • Plant type
    Perennial or tree
  • Cut flower
    Yes
  • Amount of seeds
    50
  • Can grow in pot
    No
  • Sun requirements
    Full sun or partial sun
  • Warranty
    True color warranty

Growth tips

Planting information to grow perennial foxglove from seed

Plant type: hardy perennial
Height:
flowers grow 100-150 centimeters tall
Position:
full sun and partial sun
Planting time:
late winter, summer or autumn
Bloom time:
starts 120-220 days after sowing
Spacing:
40 centimeters between each plant
Germination:
Takes 14- 21 days in temperatures of 15-20°C
Pinching/pruning:
not needed
Flowers:
June to October, depending on the weather and moment of sowing
Pollinator-friendly: Yes
Recommended seed tray or pot: start in deep 40 cell trays and plant out or transfer to larger P9 flower pots of large 15-cell module trays
The package contains: 50 seeds

Guide to Growing Foxglove from Seed

Use a tray with deep cells, like a 40-cell deep tray, to accommodate foxglove's long roots. Alternatively, be ready to repot soon after germination. Surface sow the tiny seeds without covering them with soil. Keep the soil lightly moist to prevent drying out, but avoid overwatering as soggy soil can cause seeds to rot. Germinate the seeds at 15-20°C with plenty of light. Germination usually takes 2-4 weeks.

For winter sowing, keep seedlings in a cool, light spot such as a greenhouse, cool windowsill, cold frame, or propagator. For summer sowing, an outdoor location in partial shade is ideal until seedlings are ready to be transplanted. Avoid full sun as the summer heat can easily kill your seedlings.

After 4-6 weeks of growth or when the plants have reached a robust size, plant them out with a distance of 30-40 centimeters apart. Opt for 40-centimeter spacing if you're not planning to cut the flowers. Prune or pinch the seedlings when they are 30 to 40 centimeters tall for more manageable, less tall stems.

When picking foxglove, ensure about one-third of the blossoms on the stem are blooming. The remaining buds will bloom once placed in a vase, typically staying fresh for around 5 to 7 days. To prolong freshness, regularly replace the vase water.

Remember, all parts of the foxglove plant, especially the seeds, are toxic when ingested. Handle with caution, keeping them away from children and pets.

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Foxglove Cafe Creme - 50 seeds (perennial)

2,95

Experience the unique charm of Digitalis lanata Cafe Creme, also known as woolly foxglove. This perennial plant features stunning coffee-colored blooms, making it a must-have for any garden.

Compact in size, Cafe Creme is perfect for early flowering cut flowers. Its elegant and unusual color adds a touch of sophistication to your garden, blooming year after year. Ideal for coffee lovers and garden enthusiasts, this foxglove is sure to impress with its unique beauty and versatility.

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