Digitalis x hybrida Illumination 'Flame'

The Illumination series of foxgloves has been bred as a range of sterile hybrids, meaning that whilst they still produce nectar and attract pollinators, they don't set seed, so all their energy goes into continually producing flowers.  They have a naturally branching habit, meaning that plants will each produce several spikes of flowers.  The spectacular flowers of Illumination 'Flame' are a pinky red with contrasting orangey yellow throats, making them a real standout feature in any garden.  Slightly more compact than many foxgloves they will reach a height of around a metre by 50cm, and will grow well in any type of moist but well drained soil, in sun or dappled shade.  A 4 month flowering season from late June till mid autumn is an added bonus.