Camelot Rose Foxglove

Camelot Rose Foxglove (Digitalis 'Camelot Rose')

Camelot Rose Foxglove (Digitalis 'Camelot Rose') is a vigorous, first year flowering hybrid prized for tall spires of outward facing, rose pink bells with richly speckled throats. Uniform stature, strong stems, and an extended bloom window deliver classic cottage drama and reliable 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 rose to deep pink bells whose interior freckles show clearly thanks to the outward poise; the series is noted for consistent height, prolific side shoot rebloom with deadheading, and excellent garden presence.

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 rich rose 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 flowering.
• 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 Rose Foxglove?

• First Year Flowers: Dependable early color with a long bloom window.
• Showy Speckling: Outward facing bells display classic cottage detail.
• Strong Garden Presence: Sturdy stems and uniform stature read from a distance.
• Pollinator Friendly: Attracts bees and hummingbirds while typically deer resistant.
• Versatile Rose Palette: Harmonizes with both pastels and saturated schemes.

Digitalis 'Camelot Rose' blends refined rose pink bloom, reliable first season performance, and a polished habit to deliver weeks of vertical drama and pollinator activity in well drained, sunny to lightly shaded gardens.