Our Price: $9.50
Medicinal
Deer Resistant
Pollinator
CutDigitalis purpurea
With their towering spikes of vibrant, bell-shaped flowers, Foxglove plants will surely add elegance and charm to any garden. These enchanting biennials are a treat for the eyes and a wonderful way to invite pollinators like bees and hummingbirds into your garden.
Create a captivating outdoor space with foxglove plants for sale at The Growers Exchange. When in bloom, foxglove plants produce a stunning variety of colored flowers that make any garden look vibrant in the summer.
Please remember, foxgloves are poisonous and should only be admired in the garden—unless you're a bee or hummingbird, that is!
Foxgloves, scientifically known as digitalis but better known as foxy foxglove or lady’s glove, are attractive plants that produce a mix of spotted-colored flowers that grow in a tubular fashion. Blooming from early to mid-summer, this perennial is a major attraction to bees, butterflies, and birds. Standing tall and graceful with velvety gray-green leaves, they can reach heights of up to 5 feet, making them perfect for adding vertical interest to your garden.
Foxglove plants have a rich history dating back to ancient times. Native to Europe and parts of Asia, they’ve been cherished for centuries for their colors, producing various shades of purple, pink, white, and yellow, each dotted with intricate speckles.
Old medical publications from the 18th century explained how compounds derived from foxgloves have been used to treat heart conditions as early as the 16th century. Today, foxglove is a major ingredient in prescription medication used to treat some heart conditions. Modern medicine technology can synthesize these compounds to avoid toxicity.
It’s important to note that while foxglove plants are incredibly beautiful, they are also highly poisonous if ingested. While poisoning from foxglove plants is rare, it’s important to treat them carefully when handling them in your garden. Keep them out of reach of children and pets.
Growing foxgloves in your garden brings many benefits beyond their captivating beauty:
Pollinator-Friendly: These flowers attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, helping to support local ecosystems.
Easy to Grow: Foxgloves are relatively low-maintenance and can thrive in various conditions.
Versatile: In the Middle Ages, foxgloves were a staple in cottage gardens. This makes them perfect for borders, wildflower meadows, or any home that wants to achieve a cottage-core garden or add vibrant color to its greenery.
Long-Lasting: Blooming from late spring to early summer, foxgloves provide long-lasting beauty in your garden.
Foxgloves are primarily grown for their ornamental value. Their unique structure and color will stand out in any green garden or complement colorful gardens by adding a height of up to five feet. Foxgloves are best known for their striking appearance in garden landscapes.
Additionally, foxgloves are cherished for their ability to attract pollinators. The flowers are a favorite among bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. This makes them a vital addition to gardens aiming to support local wildlife and maintain a healthy garden.
Growing foxgloves is a rewarding experience with the right care and attention. Here are some tips to ensure your foxgloves thrive:
Hardiness Zone: Foxglove plants grow best in zones 4 to 8. Use our zone finder to check if foxgloves are likely to thrive in your area.
Temperature: Tolerates a range of temperatures but grows best in cooler climates. Protect your plant from extreme heat and frost.
Planting Time: It’s best to plant your foxglove plant during the late summer or early fall. Foxgloves bloom during the early summer. Plant your foxgloves at least two feet apart, as their foliage can spread up to three feet.
Watering: Water your digitalis when dry to the touch. It likes moist soil but tries to avoid constant "wet feet." Keep the soil moist but not waterlogged to prevent mildew, rot, and other diseases
Soil: Digitalis will tolerate various soils but thrives best in well-draining, slightly acidic to neutral soil. As long as adequate drainage is provided, your plant should be just fine.
Fertilizer: Feed with a balanced fertilizer in early spring.
Pest Control: Foxglove repels rabbits and deer due to their toxicity. However, watch out for aphids, slugs, mealy bugs, and thrips.
Pruning: Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms.
Staking: Tall foxglove plants may need staking to prevent them from toppling over.
Harvesting: Collect seeds from mature flower spikes for future planting. Each foxglove plant can produce between one to two million seeds. Leave some dead flower stalks to self-sow for future flowers.
Mulching: Apply a layer of mulch around the base to help retain moisture and suppress weeds.
Add a touch of beauty to your garden and have a foxglove plant delivered to your home ready for planting. Shop at The Growers Exchange today and transform your outdoor space into a vibrant, pollinator-friendly haven!
