Light Needs
Mature Height
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Growing Zones
Arctic Fox™ Lemon Cream Foxglove (Digitalis hybrida 'Balroxleam') adds soft yellow towers of color from early summer to late season. Its deep green, textured leaves support upright flower spikes that reach around 16 to 20 inches in height. This selection stands out by offering a longer bloom window compared to traditional foxgloves. It delivers graceful vertical interest in mixed plantings or smaller gardens.
Though descended from European woodland species, this modern hybrid adapts easily to varied conditions. The lemon-cream flowers have a subtle charm, and sturdy stems help prevent flopping. It behaves as a short-lived perennial in many zones, and deer often leave it alone. Plant it in borders, use it as a mass planting for a bolder effect, or try it in containers for easy color.
Arctic Fox™ Lemon Cream Foxglove Care
Grow it in rich, well-draining soil and position it where it receives partial sun to partial shade. Keep the soil evenly moist, but avoid letting water linger around the roots. Feed with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks in spring and early summer. A slightly acidic to neutral pH supports healthy root growth.
Deadhead spent spikes to encourage a new show of flowers. Remove damaged foliage to maintain a neat appearance, and thin out any crowded crowns. Shearing lightly after the main summer display helps refresh the plant before cooler weather arrives. In cold climates, add mulch around the base, or bring container-grown specimens into a sheltered area.
Arctic Fox™ Lemon Cream Foxglove Spacing
Place plants about 12 to 16 inches apart in rows or groupings to balance coverage with air circulation. A single plant in a border needs enough space for its foliage to spread fully. Use a container at least 10 inches wide for a fresh planting, and upgrade to a larger pot if you combine it with other companion plants.
Arctic Fox™ Lemon Cream Foxglove Plant Facts
Growing Conditions
- Hardiness ZonesGrowing Zones
- USDA Zones 5 to 9 (perennial); grown as an annual elsewhere (outdoors year-round); grown indoors elsewhere (outdoors year-round); grown in containers elsewhere (grown as a seasonal crop)
- Sun Exposure
- Part Shade to Full Sun (3+ Hours Direct Sun)
- Mature Height
- 1-2 Feet
- Mature Spread
- 1 Foot
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Growth Habit
- , Climbing, Upright
- Water Needs
- Average
Flowers & Foliage
- Flower Colors
- , Yellow
- Flower Description
- Creamy Yellow With Maroon Spots
- Bloom Time
- Spring to Mid-Summer
- Foliage Color
- , Green
- Foliage Description
- Large, lush, dark green leaves with a soft texture
- Foliage Type
- , Evergreen
- Seasonal Interest
- , Spring Flowering, Summer Flowering
Garden Benefits
Plant Overview
- Common Name
- Arctic Fox Lemon Cream Foxglove
- Also Known As
- Digitalis Arctic Fox
- Botanical Name
- Digitalis hybrida 'Balroxleam'
- Brand
- Proven Selections
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Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons
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