Overview
Digitalis Goldcrest ('Waldigone'PBR) is a clump forming, columnar upright herbaceous perennial in the genus Digitalis, part of the Plantaginaceae family, with semi evergreen foliage. It typically grows around 0.1-0.5 metres tall and 0.1-0.5 metres wide, reaching full size in around 2-5 years. Digitalis Goldcrest ('Waldigone'PBR) grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Digitalis
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
Plant details
Digitalis Goldcrest ('Waldigone'PBR) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming, Columnar upright
- Foliage
- Semi evergreen
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Time to full height
- 2-5 years
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Digitalis Goldcrest ('Waldigone'PBR)?
Digitalis Goldcrest ('Waldigone'PBR) prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Digitalis Goldcrest ('Waldigone'PBR) need?
Digitalis Goldcrest ('Waldigone'PBR) is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to well-drained.
How big does Digitalis Goldcrest ('Waldigone'PBR) grow?
Digitalis Goldcrest ('Waldigone'PBR) reaches a height of 0.1-0.5 metres and a spread of 0.1-0.5 metres. It takes around 2-5 years to reach full size.
More in the Digitalis genus
- Digitalis leucophaea
- Digitalis purpureacommon foxglove
- Digitalis purpurea 'Pink Gin'
- Digitalis thapsi 'Spanish Peaks'
- Digitalis 'Knee High Cream' (Knee High Series)
- Digitalis Vesuvius Group
- Digitalis cariensis
- Digitalis obscura dwarf