Foxglove
Digitalis purpurea
Foxglove thrives in partial shade with consistently moist, well-draining soil. This stunning biennial produces tall spikes of tubular flowers in the second year. Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continued flowering and prevent excessive self-seeding.
Toxicity Warning
Known to be toxic to dogs, cats, horses.
Care Level
Moderate
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
24″ – 60″
Soil
sandy loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
12″
Watering Schedule
Every 5-7 Days • Water Deeply When Top Inch Of Soil Feels Dry
Soil pH
5 – 8
Temperature
-30° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 24″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda, aspca
Image: trefle.io — Taken Jun 14, 2018 by Dieter Wagner (cc-by-sa)
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