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Chinese Foxglove

Rehmannia Elata

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Overview

Chinese Foxglove (Rehmannia elata) boasts tubular, bell-shaped blooms in a pink-purple hue, accented with yellow throats. This perennial reaches up to 3 ft in height and prefers partial shade. It flourishes in well-drained soil enriched with organic matter. Blooming in late spring to early summer, it adds a splash of color to borders and shade gardens. Zones 7-10 are suitable for cultivating this moisture-loving, yet not drought-tolerant, specimen.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 8–10Type PerennialClimate Subtropical
Chinese Foxglove (Rehmannia Elata) — Optimal sun exposure ranges from full sun to partial shade

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
8–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Gesneriaceae
Climate
Subtropical

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Chinese Foxglove (Rehmannia Elata) — the Chinese Foxglove is certain to become a garden favorite; perennial for full
Chinese Foxglove (Rehmannia Elata) — accented with yellow throats
Chinese Foxglove (Rehmannia Elata) — Chinese Foxglove (Rehmannia elata) boasts tubular; this perennial reaches up to 3 ft in height and prefers, image 49
Chinese Foxglove (Rehmannia Elata) — Zones 7-10 are suitable for cultivating this moisture-loving, yet not drought-tolerant, specimen; multi-colored and pink
Chinese Foxglove (Rehmannia Elata) — It flourishes in well-drained soil enriched with organic matter; scientifically termed Rehmannia elata
Chinese Foxglove (Rehmannia Elata) — Its vivid blooms are not only visually striking but also bloom profusely from late spring to early fall; tubular flowers
Chinese Foxglove (Rehmannia Elata) — this plant can reach a towering height of 2 to 4 feet with a spread of 12 to 18 inches
Chinese Foxglove (Rehmannia Elata) — With its alluring beauty and long flowering period
Chinese Foxglove (Rehmannia Elata) — This perennial reaches up to 3 ft in height and prefers partial shade; chinese Foxglove (Rehmannia elata) boasts tubular
Chinese Foxglove (Rehmannia Elata) — bell-shaped blooms in a pink-purple hue
Chinese Foxglove (Rehmannia Elata) — Blooming in late spring to early summer, it adds a splash of color to borders and shade gardens
Chinese Foxglove (Rehmannia Elata) — tubular flowers of a deep; its vivid blooms are not only visually striking but also bloom profusely from late spring to
Chinese Foxglove (Rehmannia Elata) — This plant is not drought-resistant and requires regular watering
Chinese Foxglove (Rehmannia Elata) — bell-shaped blooms in a pink-purple hue; this plant can reach a towering height of 2 to 4 feet with a spread, image 50
Chinese Foxglove (Rehmannia Elata) — fertile loam or sandy soil with consistent moisture; afternoon shade is beneficial to prevent scorching of the delicate
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