Digitalis purpurea ‘Dalmatian Rose’ (Foxglove)

Dalmatian Series

(Bloody Bells, Lady’s Glove, Thimble Flower, Throat Root, Witches’ Fingers)

Spikes of rose-purple flowers with white interior and dark purple spots. Height 24-48″.

Foxglove selection producing early spikes of rose-pink flowers with spotted throats, on compact plants suitable for the front or middle of borders. Often flowers the first year and can provide a strong vertical accent among perennials and grasses. Prefers partial shade, evenly moist, humus-rich soil and, like other foxgloves, is highly toxic if ingested. 

  • Plant Patent: n/a
  • Container Size: 
  • USDA Zone: 4-9
  • Height: 16-20'
  • Spread: 12-14'
  • Sun Exposure: full sun to part shade
  • Soil Moisture: average
  • Bloom Time: late spring to early summer
  • Bloom Color: pink
  • Foliage Color: green
  • US Native: no
  • Wildlife Benefit: bees, butterflies
  • Notes: deer tolerant, drought tolerant, rabbit tolerant
  • Image Credit: Ball Horticulture Company