Digitalis p. Sugar Plum
Best deer-resistant choice for gardeners wanting vibrant, hummingbird-friendly summer blooms.
These foxgloves bring a sophisticated, speckled drama to the garden that deer consistently ignore. While you will have to manage their biennial cycle, the reward is a reliable, hummingbird-magnet display that adds vertical structure to your beds without the usual maintenance headaches.
$15.99
Who it's for
- Conservationists aiming to support local hummingbird and bee populations
- Gardeners seeking architectural height and vertical focal points
- Designers looking for sophisticated, jewel-toned color palettes
Who should skip it
- Pet owners and parents of small children
- Gardeners wanting low-maintenance, long-lived perennial displays
- Owners of gardens with intense, full-sun exposure
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Speckled throats and vibrant pink hues create a dramatic garden focal point.
Wildlife Attraction
Reliably draws hummingbirds to the garden throughout the early summer season.
Pest Resistance
Strong deer resistance minimizes the need for protective garden fencing.
Climate Versatility
Broad hardiness range makes this a dependable choice for most regions.
Structural Utility
Upright growth habit provides excellent vertical interest in layered landscape designs.
Maintenance Ease
Biennial life cycle requires planning for consistent blooms across multiple seasons.
Key Specs
Type
Biennial
Hardiness Zones
USDA 4-9
Mature Height
2-4 ft
Mature Spread
1-2 ft
Sun Exposure
Full sun
Flower Color
Pink and dark purple
Growth Habit
Upright
Life Cycle
Biennial
Light Requirement
Full Sun
Bloom Season
Summer
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