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Foxglove (Digitalis purpurea)
$6-12avg. price
Perennial Deer Resistant

Foxglove

Digitalis purpurea

Foxglove sends up dramatic 3-5 foot spires of tubular flowers in late spring — one of the most vertical, architectural plants in the garden. Technically biennial, but self-sows so reliably it behaves as a perennial.

Hardiness Zones
4-8
Sunlight
Partial Shade
Water Needs
Moderate
Maintenance
Low
Mature Size
3-5 ft H × 1-2 ft W
Growth Rate
Moderate
Bloom Season
Late Spring - Early Summer
Bloom Color
Purple, Pink, White, Yellow

Care Guide

Partial shade to full sun (afternoon shade in hot climates). Rich, moist, well-drained soil. Allow spent flower stalks to dry for self-seeding. Toxic if ingested — keep away from children and pets. No deadheading needed if you want self-sowing.

Landscape Uses

Cottage gardenWoodland gardenVertical accentPollinator gardenBorders

Best Growing Regions

northeastmidwestwest

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