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Drooping Foxgloves
Ernie 2
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I planted several foxgloves a few weeks ago which I grew from seed. They are all no less than 12-15 inches apart and seem to be growing quite well - apart from one. It has just flopped. It hasn't died yet but it has stopped growing. What could be the reason and cure?
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Dry soil or heat - or a combination - are common causes Ernie, but if the others are in the same conditions that seems unlikely. Is there any sign of insect damage?
I live in west central Scotland - not where that photo is...
Sounds like a root problem - disease or damage or perhaps hit stony ground (fence post concrete?) or something nasty like weed killer?
Hmmm....any root damage when u pricked them out?
I've planted lots of foxgloves this year Ernie and I too have this phenomenon. Most are flourishing but the odd plant looks tired. I think its probably a multitude of causes and possibly each carrying an accumulative effect. Or perhaps some plants are just stronger than others?
Thank you all for your views. Watering doesn't help but I expect there are some weaker plants than others.