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Fox Glove - Foxy Mix
The Foxglove Foxy Mix, 'Digitalis ‘Foxy Mix’, is a showy and compact perennial that produces an array of pastel blooms. Colors include: pink, pale yellow, purple, white and magenta with marbled markings. The dense spikes produce large tubular flowers. The foliage has a velvet and fuzzy texture that contrast well with the flower colors. ‘Foxy Mix’ has a plant height of 30-36” and a spread of 8-10”. Digitalis should be planted in full sun but will tolerate morning shade. It blooms early to mid summer. Being a major attraction to bees, butterflies and birds, it is a must in any garden. Try planting it in woodland gardens, as a border plant or cut-flowers. Remember to leave some dead flower stalks to self sow for future flowers. (All parts of Digitals are poisonous if ingested and can be invasive. ). ... get more information
Tiarella - Crow Feather Foam Flower The Tiarella Crow Feather, 'Tiarella hybrid', also known as Foamflower, is becoming one of the most popluar shade perennials on the market today. ‘Crow Feather’ has bright green foliage with purple to black centers and is very fragrant. Best of all, the winter colors are more exciting. They are a mix of red, pink, black and purple. White flowers appear in the summer; however, Tiarella’s are not noted for their flowers. Tiarella will do best in full shade and need average to moist soil. Try planting this popular perennial with Lamium ‘White Nancy’, Hosta ‘Patriot’ or ‘Japanese Painted Fern’. They can be planted as a ground cover or mingled with other shade loving plants. |
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