Willow Leaf Foxglove (Digitalis Obscura) is a perennial shrub in the Plantaginaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-9. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Digitalis obscura is a woody, shrubby herbaceous perennial native to Spain, known for its distinctive yellowy-orange to rust-brown tubular flowers.

Willow Leaf Foxglove

Willow Leaf Foxglove

Digitalis Obscura

Digitalis obscura is a woody, shrubby herbaceous perennial native to Spain, known for its distinctive yellowy-orange to rust-brown tubular flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
7-9

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, rocky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen plant, pollinator attractor

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Willow Leaf Foxglove

Jan
Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Plantaginaceae
Genus:Digitalis