Rehmannia elata

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Blooming in first year

Rehmannia elata, commonly known as Chinese Foxglove, is an upright perennial with tall flowering stalks. Here are some key points about its flowering behavior:

1. Blooming Time:
   • In mild winter climates, Rehmannia elata blooms profusely from mid-spring well into fall.
   • In colder climates, it typically blooms during summer and fall.
2. Flower Description:
   • The flowers are bright rose trumpet-shaped, about 4 inches (10 cm) long.
   • They have yellow spotted throats and resemble Mimulus or Foxgloves.
3. Foliage:
   • The charming flowers rise from a low, mat-like rosette of deeply toothed, ovate, gray-green leaves.
   • These leaves are evergreen in mild climates.
4. Growing Conditions:
   • Rehmannia elata grows up to 2-4 feet (60-120 cm) tall and 18-36 inches (45-90 cm) wide.
   • It appreciates full sun or light shade and well-drained, organically rich soils.
   • Drought-tolerant once established.
   • Provide afternoon shade in hot summer climates.
   • It’s generally disease-free but keep an eye out for slugs and snails.
5. Propagation:
   • You can propagate Rehmannia elata by seed in late winter or take softwood cuttings in spring.
   • Root cuttings in late autumn are also an option.