Digitalis canariensis 'Bella'
"Canary Island foxglove"
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Description
Digitalis canariensis 'Bella', also known as the Canary Island foxglove or Isoplexis canariensis, is a striking shrub that brings a touch of tropical elegance to your garden. Standing at a respectable 1.2 to 1.5 metres tall, this sparingly-branched beauty produces clusters of long, foxglove-like flowers in a warm peachy-orange hue. The colour is as vibrant as a sunset, and these blooms stand out, creating an eye-catching focal point in borders or near garden edges. Digitalis canariensis 'Bella' not only adds colour but also exudes a touch of sophistication with its graceful height and slender shape.
What makes Digitalis canariensis 'Bella' particularly appealing is its unique, foxglove-like flowers that add texture and drama to any planting scheme. It thrives in well-drained, slightly acidic soil and enjoys a sunny or partially shaded spot, making it ideal for adding height to a flowerbed without overwhelming the space. This variety is perfect for those seeking a plant with the elegance of a foxglove, but with a bit more presence and personality. Digitalis canariensis 'Bella' is a hardy, low-maintenance shrub that requires minimal care but delivers maximum impact. With its striking flowers and manageable size, it's sure to become a standout feature in your garden.
Our Digitalis canariensis 'Bella' plants are supplied as a root ball with healthy growth, ensuring a strong start. They are carefully shipped in our unique cardboard box, designed to keep them safe and in top condition. This ensures they arrive healthy and ready to thrive in their new home.
Digitalis canariensis is called Canary Island foxglove because it’s native to the Canary Islands and resembles classic foxgloves—just with a subtropical twist!
Key features
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Comes back every year
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Attractive to wildlife
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Loved by pollinators
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Low maintenance
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Drought tolerant
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Fully hardy
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Rodent resistant
Specs & details
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Botanical name
Digitalis canariensis 'Bella'
Isoplexis canariensis 'Bella' -
Flower colour
Orange, peach
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Plant size
9cm root ball
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Established height
1.2-1.5m
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Established spread
70cm-1m
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Plant spacing
9 plants per m2
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Leaf colour
Green
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Habit
Upright
Clump-forming -
Life cycle
Perennial
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Hardiness
Fully hardy
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Years to establish
2-3 years
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Sunlight
Partial shade
Dappled shade -
Position
Sheltered
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Suitable for
Coastal gardens
Large containers
Borders
Cottage gardens
Low maintenance gardens -
Soil acidity
Any
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Soil moisture
Damp
Free draining
Dry -
Soil type
Loam
Clay
Loam-based compost -
Growing skill
Easy to grow
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Scented
No
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Pollinator-friendly
Yes
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Mouse resistant
No
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Rabbit resistant
Yes
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Deer resistant
Yes
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Toxicity
No report
Plant calendar
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- Planting
- Flowering
Useful information
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Soak the Digitalis canariensis 'Bella' roots in water for 3-6 hours prior to planting
Plant your "Canary Island foxglove" bare roots into temporary pots with a multipurpose compost within a week of delivery and grow-on in a sheltered spot outdoors
Choose a pot which comfortably fits the bare roots. Some have a noticeable crown which should be just below the soil surface with any top growth exposed. Some varieties are a length of root which should be planted lengthways and shallowly (1-2cm deep).
Plant out into borders or permanent containers in late spring or early summer once in full growth. Choose a position in sun or shade depending on the variety.
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Orders placed before 1 September 2025
You can expect your order in September 2025Orders placed 1 September - 15 October 2025
You can expect your order in October 2025Orders placed 16 October - 15 December 2025
You can expect your order within 10 business days
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