Some perennial species from warmer climes, such as the Canary Island foxglove ( Digitalis canariensis) and hairy foxglove ( D.

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albiflora,produce flowers of pinky-purple or white respectively, but there are many other species and cultivars to choose from, in a range of pastel or bold colours. Before planting, improve the soil by digging in plenty of organic matter, such a leafmould or garden compost. Foxgloves growing in containers need regular watering throughout the growing season, as the compost will dry out quickly, especially in summer.

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When two young girls go missing in rural Herefordshire, police constable and wizard-in-training Peter Grant is sent out of London to check that nothing supernatural is involved. The taller species are great for adding height and interest by cutting through more loosely structured plants.In good soil, fertilizer is rarely essential and excess nitrogen can actually harm the flower growth.