Canary Island Foxglove

(Digitalis chalcantha)

Canary Island Foxglove (Digitalis chalcantha)

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Summary

Digitalis chalcantha, commonly known as Canary Island Foxglove, is an evergreen shrub native to the Canary Islands, particularly found in laurel forests and on forest edges. It typically grows to a height and width of 3-5 feet (0.9-1.5 meters). This species is characterized by its lance-shaped leaves and showy spikes of tubular orange flowers that bloom in the spring and summer, adding a splash of color to the garden landscape.

Canary Island Foxglove is valued for its ornamental flowers and its ability to thrive with minimal care once established. It is suitable for use in mixed borders, as a specimen plant, or in Mediterranean-style gardens. While it prefers full sun or part shade, it is adaptable to a range of light conditions. It requires well-drained soil and can tolerate low to medium water conditions, making it relatively drought-tolerant. Gardeners should be aware that all parts of the plant are toxic if ingested, and it should be handled with care to avoid skin irritation.CC BY-SA 4.0

Plant Description

  • Plant Type: Herb
  • Height: 3-5 feet
  • Width: 3-5 feet
  • Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Flower Color: Orange
  • Flowering Season: Spring, Summer
  • Leaf Retention: Evergreen

Growth Requirements

  • Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
  • Water: Low, Medium
  • Drainage: Medium, Fast

Common Uses

Bee Garden, Bird Garden, Butterfly Garden, Deer Resistant, Hummingbird Garden, Rabbit Resistant

Natural Habitat

Laurel forests and forest edges in the Canary Islands

Other Names

Common Names: Crestagallo De Doramas, Kupferfarbener Kanarenfingerhut

Scientific Names: , Isoplexis chalcantha, Digitalis chalcantha,

GBIF Accepted Name: Digitalis chalcantha (Svent. & O’Shan.) Albach, Bräuchler & Heubl