Camelot Lavender Foxglove

Camelot Lavender Foxglove (Digitalis 'Camelot Lavender')

Camelot Lavender Foxglove (Digitalis 'Camelot Lavender') is a vigorous, first-year-flowering hybrid prized for tall spires of outward-facing, lavender-purple bells with richly speckled throats. Uniform stature, strong stems, and extended bloom make this series standout for cottage borders, pollinator plantings, and large containers, delivering elegant vertical color from late spring into midsummer in sunny to lightly shaded, well-drained sites.

Distinctive Features

Sturdy, well-branched stems carry dense racemes of lavender to soft violet bells whose interior freckles show clearly thanks to the outward poise; the series is noted for reliable first-season bloom, consistent height, and prolific side-shoot rebloom with deadheading.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade; provide afternoon shade in hot climates.
• Soil: Rich, well-drained, moisture-retentive soil; avoid soggy conditions.
• Water: Moderate and even moisture during bud and bloom.
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 to 9 (often grown as a short-lived perennial or biennial).
• Mature Size: About 36 to 48 inches tall and 18 to 24 inches wide.
• Bloom Time: Late spring to midsummer, with side-shoot rebloom when deadheaded.

Ideal Uses

• Focal Point: Tall, elegant spires add vertical architecture and soft lavender color.
• Cottage Borders: Pairs beautifully with roses, salvia, nepeta, and catmint.
• Back of Border: Uniform height frames mixed plantings without overwhelming.
• Pollinator Gardens: Nectar-rich bells welcome bees and hummingbirds.
• Large Containers: High-impact bloom for patios, entries, and terraces.

Low Maintenance Care

• Watering: Keep evenly moist during active growth; water deeply but infrequently once established.
• Deadheading: Remove spent spikes to promote side shoots and extend the display.
• Fertilizing: Top-dress with compost in spring or use a light, balanced slow-release fertilizer.
• Staking: Usually unnecessary; stake only in very windy exposures.
• Safety: All parts are toxic if ingested; site away from pets and children.

Why Choose Camelot Lavender Foxglove?

• First-Year Flowers: Reliable early performance with a long bloom window.
• Showy Speckling: Boldly freckled throats provide classic cottage detail.
• Strong Garden Presence: Sturdy stems and outward-facing blooms read from a distance.
• Pollinator Friendly: Attracts bees and hummingbirds while typically deer resistant.
• Versatile Palette: Lavender tones harmonize with both pastels and saturated schemes.

Digitalis 'Camelot Lavender' blends refined lavender bloom, dependable first-season color, and a polished habit to deliver weeks of vertical drama and pollinator activity in well-drained, sunny to lightly shaded gardens.