Biennial Digitalis Purpurea Foxglove Camelot Lavender Flower Seeds

Foxglove Seeds - Lavender

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Foxglove (Digitalis Purpurea Camelot Lavender) - Foxglove adds elegance and grace to the summer garden with large, lilac-colored flowers and maroon-speckled interiors.  Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds, but not deer and rabbits.

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Flower Specifications

SEASON

Biennial

USDA ZONES

4 - 9

HEIGHT

42 - 48 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Summer

BLOOM COLOR

Lavender

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun to partial shade

SOIL TYPE

Well-drained, pH 5.8 - 7.2

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

65 - 70F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

20 - 30 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

No

DEPTH

Do not cover the seed but tightly press into the soil

SOWING RATE

4 - 6 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

18 - 24 inches

Foxglove (Digitalis Purpurea Camelot Lavender) - Foxglove adds elegance and grace to the summer garden with large, lilac-colored flowers and maroon-speckled interiors.  Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds, but not deer and rabbits. "Camelot Lavender" is the perfect choice for planting near your favorite sitting spot in any sunny to partly-shaded garden.  These plants grows 42 - 48 inches tall and make great cut flowers. 

To grow Digitalis Purpurea from flower seed begin with rich, moist soil. Space the Foxglove plants 18 - 24 inches apart. Sow Foxglove seeds outdoors directly into prepared soil in the spring after danger of frost has passed in full sun or partial shade.

Common Questions

Q

How can I use foxglove in the landscape?

A

Use tall foxgloves in the landscape for the back row of mixed borders, to attract hummingbirds, and plant white foxglove flowers to brighten a moon garden.

Q

Does foxglove spread aggressively?

A

Foxgloves freely self-seed, creating a sustained patch that produces flowers annually. However, foxglove is not considered an aggressive spreader.

Q

How do I tell the difference between biennial and perennial foxgloves?

A

The common perennial type is the yellow foxglove (D. grandiflora), which has solid yellow flowers without the multiple colors found in biennials. If your foxglove has speckled colors in its throat, it is almost certainly a biennial that can be removed once the flowers are gone.

Q

Will deer eat my foxglove plants?

A

No, deer tend to stay away from foxglove plants.

Q

Do I need to prune back my flowers after blooms fade?

A

Cut back main flower spike as the blooms fade to encourage growth of flowering side shoots.

Q

Is foxglove toxic?

A

Yes, foxglove is highly toxic if ingested. Wear gloves and wash your hands after handling. Toxic for dogs, cats, horses and humans.

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Flower Specifications

SEEDS PER POUND

4,535,924

SEASON

Biennial

USDA ZONES

3 - 9

HEIGHT

Up to 72 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Early summer

BLOOM COLOR

Mix

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun to partial shade

SOIL TYPE

Well-drained, pH 5.8 - 7.2

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

60 - 65F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

20 - 30 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

No

DEPTH

Do not cover the seed but tightly press into the soil

SOWING RATE

1/4 ounce per 1,000 square feet or 1/2 pound per acre or 4 - 6 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

12 - 18 inches

Foxglove (Digitalis Purpurea Excelsior Mix) - This mix is perfect for the cottage garden or bordering the back of the perennial garden. These tall stately beauties easily establish from Foxglove seeds. This biennial or short-lived perennial produces spires of large tubular flowers that are enchanting vertical accents in the sun or partial shade garden. The flowers are in colors that include cream, pink, purple, yellow and white. They bloom in late spring or early summer and if the main spike is cut, side shoots will develop and flower until September. Foxgloves look wonderful in a woodland setting, and they attract hummingbirds and butterflies.

Sow Foxglove wildflower seeds in late spring to early summer outdoors in a well prepared seed bed. Sow the seeds on the surface and press them in gently. Keep the flower seeds and soil damp until germination takes place.


Common Questions

Q

How can I use foxglove in the landscape?

A

Use tall foxgloves in the landscape for the back row of mixed borders, to attract hummingbirds, and plant white foxglove flowers to brighten a moon garden.

Q

Does foxglove spread aggressively?

A

Foxgloves freely self-seed, creating a sustained patch that produces flowers annually. However, foxglove is not considered an aggressive spreader.

Q

How do I tell the difference between biennial and perennial foxgloves?

A

The common perennial type is the yellow foxglove (D. grandiflora), which has solid yellow flowers without the multiple colors found in biennials. If your foxglove has speckled colors in its throat, it is almost certainly a biennial that can be removed once the flowers are gone.

Q

Will deer eat my foxglove plants?

A

No, deer tend to stay away from foxglove plants.

Q

Do I need to prune back my flowers after blooms fade?

A

Cut back main flower spike as the blooms fade to encourage growth of flowering side shoots.

Q

Is foxglove toxic?

A

Yes, foxglove is highly toxic if ingested. Wear gloves and wash your hands after handling. Toxic for dogs, cats, horses and humans.

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Flower Specifications

SEASON

Biennial

USDA ZONES

4 - 8

HEIGHT

35 - 47 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Early summer

BLOOM COLOR

White

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun to partial shade

SOIL TYPE

Well-drained, pH 5.8 - 7.2

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

65 - 70F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

20 - 30 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

No

DEPTH

Do not cover the seed but tightly press into the soil

SOWING RATE

4 - 6 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

12 - 18 inches

Foxglove (Digitalis Purpurea Alba) - Lending an elegant air and grace to any garden design, the popular, but difficult to find, white Foxglove is a carefree treasure, and it is easily grown from Foxglove seeds!

Attracts pollinators

Foxglove attracts all kinds of pollinators. Bumblebees, butterflies and hummingbirds love to feed on the nectar-rich flowers of foxglove.

white foxglove flowers

Foxglove seed | alba

How to grow

How To Grow Foxglove From Seed: Grow Digitalis Purpurea in full sun to partial shade and in rich, moist soil. White Foxglove plants are perfect in borders, beds, and open woodland gardens.

Space the plants 12 - 18 inches apart. Sow Foxglove seeds outdoors, directly into prepared soil in the spring after danger of frost has passed.

  • Sowing Rate: 4 - 6 seeds per plant
  • Average Germ Time: 20 - 30 days
  • Keep moist until germination
  • Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds
  • Depth: Do not cover the seed but tightly press into soil
foxglove seeds alba

Flower Specifications

The sturdy 42 inch stalks are fully packed with huge trumpets of purest white from greenish-white buds. This is the unspotted, pure white Foxglove plant that is popular in white gardens. It is quite stunning!

  • Height: 35 - 47 inches
  • USDA Zones: 4 - 8
  • Season: Biennial
  • Deer Resistant: Yes

Common Questions

Q

How can I use foxglove in the landscape?

A

Use tall foxgloves in the landscape for the back row of mixed borders, to attract hummingbirds, and plant white foxglove flowers to brighten a moon garden.

Q

Does foxglove spread aggressively?

A

Foxgloves freely self-seed, creating a sustained patch that produces flowers annually. However, foxglove is not considered an aggressive spreader.

Q

How do I tell the difference between biennial and perennial foxgloves?

A

The common perennial type is the yellow foxglove (D. grandiflora), which has solid yellow flowers without the multiple colors found in biennials. If your foxglove has speckled colors in its throat, it is almost certainly a biennial that can be removed once the flowers are gone.

Q

Will deer eat my foxglove plants?

A

No, deer tend to stay away from foxglove plants.

Q

Do I need to prune back my flowers after blooms fade?

A

Cut back main flower spike as the blooms fade to encourage growth of flowering side shoots.

Q

Is foxglove toxic?

A

Yes, foxglove is highly toxic if ingested. Wear gloves and wash your hands after handling. Toxic for dogs, cats, horses and humans.

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Flower Specifications

SEASON

Perennial

USDA ZONES

4 - 8

HEIGHT

18 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Early summer

BLOOM COLOR

Yellow

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun to partial shade

SOIL TYPE

Well-drained, pH 5.8 - 7.2

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

65 - 70F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

20 - 30 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

No

DEPTH

Do not cover the seed but tightly press into the soil

SOWING RATE

2 - 3 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

15 inches

Foxglove (Digitalis Ambiqua Temple Bells Yellow) - Many Foxgloves are short-lived biennials, but this is a true perennial. It readily grows from flower seeds, and it gives plenty of colorful blooms. This yellow Foxglove will return for many years gracing the garden or flower border with its elegance.

Wonderful cut flower

This Foxglove has blooms of a lovely shade of pale yellow with attractive brown highlights at the throat opening. Foxglove flowers are wonderful for cutting as well!

yellow foxglove flowers

Foxglove seed | yellow

How to grow

How To Grow Foxglove From Seed: Foxglove is easy to grow from flower seeds. Situate it in full sun for northern climates and partial shade for southern climates. Grow Foxglove Temple Bells in rich, moist soil to put on a fine show.

This plant is perfect for borders, beds, and open woodland gardens. Sow Digitalis seeds outdoors, directly into prepared soil in the spring after danger of frost has passed. Space the plants about 12 - 15 inches apart.

  • Sowing Rate: 2 - 3 seeds per plant
  • Average Germ Time: 20 - 30 days
  • Keep moist until germination
  • Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds
  • Depth: Do not cover seed but tightly press into the soil
Foxglove seeds yellow

Flower Specifications

In early summer, abundant buds form on the upper three-fourths of these dwarf 18 inch flower spikes, and each stalk remains colorful for several weeks.

  • Height: 18 inches
  • USDA Zones: 4 - 8
  • Season: Perennial
  • Deer Resistant: Yes

Common Questions

Q

How can I use foxglove in the landscape?

A

Use tall foxgloves in the landscape for the back row of mixed borders, to attract hummingbirds, and plant white foxglove flowers to brighten a moon garden.

Q

Does foxglove spread aggressively?

A

Foxgloves freely self-seed, creating a sustained patch that produces flowers annually. However, foxglove is not considered an aggressive spreader.

Q

How do I tell the difference between biennial and perennial foxgloves?

A

The common perennial type is the yellow foxglove (D. grandiflora), which has solid yellow flowers without the multiple colors found in biennials. If your foxglove has speckled colors in its throat, it is almost certainly a biennial that can be removed once the flowers are gone.

Q

Will deer eat my foxglove plants?

A

No, deer tend to stay away from foxglove plants.

Q

Do I need to prune back my flowers after blooms fade?

A

Cut back main flower spike as the blooms fade to encourage growth of flowering side shoots.

Q

Is foxglove toxic?

A

Yes, foxglove is highly toxic if ingested. Wear gloves and wash your hands after handling. Toxic for dogs, cats, horses and humans.

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Flower Specifications

SEASON

Biennial

USDA ZONES

4 - 8

HEIGHT

24 - 36 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Early summer

BLOOM COLOR

Mix

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun to partial shade

SOIL TYPE

Well-drained, pH 5.8 - 7.2

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

AAS WINNER

1967

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

65 - 70F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

20 - 30 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

No

DEPTH

Do not cover the seed but tightly press into the soil

SOWING RATE

4 - 6 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

12 - 18 inches

Enhance your landscape with Outsidepride’s Foxglove Seeds (Digitalis purpurea 'Foxy'), ideal for USDA Zones 4–8 and reaching up to 60 inches in height. This award-winning biennial/perennial features vibrant blooms in shades of pink, purple, and white that attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. Suitable for sunny or partially shaded areas, these foxgloves are perfect for flower beds or perennial borders, offering lush, colorful blooms that bring both visual interest and eco benefits to your outdoor spaces.
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Varied Bloom Colors
Our Outsidepride Foxglove Seeds deliver an array of pink, purple, and white blooms, creating a vibrant tapestry for any garden. Ideal for adding colorful accents to shaded areas or perennial flower beds, these foxgloves transform your outdoor space with their striking colors, making them an excellent addition for gardeners seeking visually dynamic, mixed flower plantings.
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Compact Size
Outsidepride Foxglove seeds grow into compact plants, fitting well in small spaces, borders, or containers without overwhelming surrounding plants. Their manageable size makes them ideal for flower seed mixes in shaded gardens. This compact foxglove is perfect for creating layered flower beds, enhancing garden design with structure and subtle elegance.
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Tall Growth
Our Outsidepride Foxglove seeds are known for their impressive height, adding dimension and vertical interest to flower landscapes. These tall flowers create stunning contrasts when mixed with shorter plants. Perfect for both standalone plantings and combined with native species, these towering blooms make an eye-catching choice for larger garden layouts, bringing depth and natural beauty.
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Biennial/Perennial
Outsidepride Foxglove seeds act as a biennial or short-lived perennial, naturally reseeding to provide ongoing seasonal blooms. Suitable for fall planting, they thrive in perennial flower beds, often returning year after year. Their reseeding nature allows them to seamlessly blend into perennial flower arrangements for a continuously blooming landscape.
Our award-winning Outsidepride Foxglove seeds, known for their AAS distinction, promise high performance and visual appeal in varied climates and settings. These foxglove seeds thrive in perennial and mixed flower beds, showcasing tall stalks and vibrant blooms that attract admiration. Suitable for fall planting, these flower seeds are excellent for creating a resilient garden filled with color and texture. Ideal for both shaded and sunny areas, they complement other perennial flowers and bring long-lasting beauty to any landscape.
Outsidepride Foxglove seeds not only bring stunning height at 60 inches but also act as a magnet for pollinators like bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds with their nectar-rich blooms. Ideal for pollinator-friendly gardens, these foxgloves attract beneficial insects, enhancing biodiversity in your landscape. Perfect for flower mixes or perennial gardens, their tall and colorful blooms add both visual impact and eco value, creating a lively outdoor space that thrives with natural beauty and supports local wildlife.
To grow Outsidepride Foxglove seeds successfully, sow 4–6 seeds per plant in prepared soil in spring, once the risk of frost has passed. Press the seeds firmly into the soil without covering them, ensuring good soil contact for optimal germination. This sowing technique allows foxgloves to establish well and produce strong, healthy plants. Ideal for perennial or flower beds, these seeds bring elegance to your garden as they mature, providing lush foliage and tall blooms that enhance any outdoor setting.

Foxglove (Digitalis Purpurea Foxy) - Colorful, prolific, and long-blooming, Foxglove Foxy is a reliable show-stealer in the early-summer garden, and they easily grow from flower seeds. These abundantly bushy plants produce big blooms of white, cream, yellow, and rosy-red. Many of the blooms have charming spots of red inside the bell-shaped tubes. And the best part? They appear just 5 months after sowing Foxglove seeds, so you can grow this lovely flower even in areas where it isn't hardy! 1967 AAS Flower Winner.

Common Questions

Q

How can I use foxglove in the landscape?

A

Use tall foxgloves in the landscape for the back row of mixed borders, to attract hummingbirds, and plant white foxglove flowers to brighten a moon garden.

Q

Does foxglove spread aggressively?

A

Foxgloves freely self-seed, creating a sustained patch that produces flowers annually. However, foxglove is not considered an aggressive spreader.

Q

How do I tell the difference between biennial and perennial foxgloves?

A

The common perennial type is the yellow foxglove (D. grandiflora), which has solid yellow flowers without the multiple colors found in biennials. If your foxglove has speckled colors in its throat, it is almost certainly a biennial that can be removed once the flowers are gone.

Q

Will deer eat my foxglove plants?

A

No, deer tend to stay away from foxglove plants.

Q

Do I need to prune back my flowers after blooms fade?

A

Cut back main flower spike as the blooms fade to encourage growth of flowering side shoots.

Q

Is foxglove toxic?

A

Yes, foxglove is highly toxic if ingested. Wear gloves and wash your hands after handling. Toxic for dogs, cats, horses and humans.

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Flower Specifications

SEASON

Biennial

USDA ZONES

4 - 8

HEIGHT

60 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Early summer

BLOOM COLOR

Mix

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun to partial shade

SOIL TYPE

Well-drained, pH 5.8 - 7.2

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

65 - 70F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

20 - 30 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

No

DEPTH

Do not cover the seed but tightly press into the soil

SOWING RATE

4 - 6 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

12 - 18 inches

Foxglove (Digitalis Purpurea Gloxiniaeflora) - Grow this tall, elegant flower from Foxglove seeds! This Foxglove mix has a soothing combination of pastel cream, rose, lavender and white colored blooms. Foxglove makes a great addition to any home flower garden. Make your home and garden fantastic with the addition of this Foxglove flower seed mix.

Sun or shade

Foxglove performs in sun or shade, and it will attract bees, butterflies and hummingbirds to the flower garden with its rich nectar.

Gloxiniaeflora foxglove flowers

Foxglove seed | gloxiniaeflora

How to grow

How To Grow Foxglove From Seed: Grow Digitalis Purpurea from flower seed. Digitalis Foxglove asks only for rich, moist soil to begin blooming, and it is superb in borders, beds, and open woodland gardens.

Space the Foxglove plants 12 - 18 inches apart. Sow Foxglove seeds outdoors directly into prepared soil in the spring after danger of frost has passed.

  • Sowing Rate: 4 - 6 seeds per plant
  • Average Germ Time: 20 - 30 days
  • Keep moist until germination
  • Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds
  • Depth: Do not cover seed but tightly press into soil
Digitalis purpurea gloxiniaeflora

Flower Specifications

Plant this biennial beauty in any sunny or partially sunny area and it will bloom the first year when planted in spring from flower seeds.

  • Height: 60 inches
  • USDA Zones: 4 - 8
  • Season: Biennial
  • Deer Resistant: Yes

Common Questions

Q

How can I use foxglove in the landscape?

A

Use tall foxgloves in the landscape for the back row of mixed borders, to attract hummingbirds, and plant white foxglove flowers to brighten a moon garden.

Q

Does foxglove spread aggressively?

A

Foxgloves freely self-seed, creating a sustained patch that produces flowers annually. However, foxglove is not considered an aggressive spreader.

Q

How do I tell the difference between biennial and perennial foxgloves?

A

The common perennial type is the yellow foxglove (D. grandiflora), which has solid yellow flowers without the multiple colors found in biennials. If your foxglove has speckled colors in its throat, it is almost certainly a biennial that can be removed once the flowers are gone.

Q

Will deer eat my foxglove plants?

A

No, deer tend to stay away from foxglove plants.

Q

Do I need to prune back my flowers after blooms fade?

A

Cut back main flower spike as the blooms fade to encourage growth of flowering side shoots.

Q

Is foxglove toxic?

A

Yes, foxglove is highly toxic if ingested. Wear gloves and wash your hands after handling. Toxic for dogs, cats, horses and humans.

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Flower Specifications

SEASON

Biennial

USDA ZONES

4 - 8

HEIGHT

60 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Early summer

BLOOM COLOR

Apricot

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun to partial shade

SOIL TYPE

Well-drained, pH 5.8 - 7.2

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

65 - 70F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

20 - 30 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

No

DEPTH

Do not cover the seed but tightly press into the soil

SOWING RATE

4 - 6 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keeps seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

12 - 18 inches

Foxglove (Digitalis Purpurea Apricot Beauty) - Growing Foxglove seeds is a wonderful way to establish this unique Apricot Beauty variety in your flower border. Foxglove apricot produces gorgeous, pastel shades of apricot-orange blooms that are lightly spotted.

Attracts pollinators

Foxglove attracts all kinds of pollinators. Bumblebees, butterflies and hummingbirds love to feed on the nectar-rich flowers of foxglove.

apricot foxglove flowers

Foxglove seed | apricot

How to grow

How To Grow Foxglove From Seed: Grow Digitalis Purpurea in rich, moist soil and in full sun for northern climates and partial shade in southern climates. Foxglove apricot is superb in borders, beds, and open woodland gardens.

Space 12 - 18 inches apart. Sow Foxglove flower seeds outdoors directly into prepared soil in the spring after danger of frost has passed. You can not go wrong with this Apricot Beauty Foxglove!

  • Sowing Rate: 4 - 6 seeds per plant
  • Average Germ Time: 20 - 30 days
  • Keep moist until germination
  • Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds
  • Depth: Do not cover the seed but tightly press into the soil
foxglove seeds apricot

Flower Specifications

Plant this biennial Digitalis Purpurea beauty in any sunny or partially sunny area and it will bloom the first year when planted in spring from flower seeds.

  • Height: 60 inches
  • USDA Zones: 4 - 8
  • Season: Biennial
  • Deer Resistant: Yes

Common Questions

Q

How can I use foxglove in the landscape?

A

Use tall foxgloves in the landscape for the back row of mixed borders, to attract hummingbirds, and plant white foxglove flowers to brighten a moon garden.

Q

Does foxglove spread aggressively?

A

Foxgloves freely self-seed, creating a sustained patch that produces flowers annually. However, foxglove is not considered an aggressive spreader.

Q

How do I tell the difference between biennial and perennial foxgloves?

A

The common perennial type is the yellow foxglove (D. grandiflora), which has solid yellow flowers without the multiple colors found in biennials. If your foxglove has speckled colors in its throat, it is almost certainly a biennial that can be removed once the flowers are gone.

Q

Will deer eat my foxglove plants?

A

No, deer tend to stay away from foxglove plants.

Q

Do I need to prune back my flowers after blooms fade?

A

Cut back main flower spike as the blooms fade to encourage growth of flowering side shoots.

Q

Is foxglove toxic?

A

Yes, foxglove is highly toxic if ingested. Wear gloves and wash your hands after handling. Toxic for dogs, cats, horses and humans.

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Flower Specifications

SEASON

Biennial

USDA ZONES

4 - 9

HEIGHT

42 - 48 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Summer

BLOOM COLOR

Cream

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun to partial shade

SOIL TYPE

Well-drained, pH 5.8 - 7.2

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

65 - 70F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

20 - 30 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

No

DEPTH

Do not cover the seed but tightly press into the soil

SOWING RATE

4 - 6 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

18 - 24 inches

Foxglove (Digitalis Purpurea Camelot Cream) - Dramatic cream colored flowers attract hummingbirds to the garden. Beautiful in a wooded setting with goatsbeard, cimicifuga or snowdrop Anemone. Divide after blooming or allow to self-seed to keep these lovely plants in the garden for years to come. This long last cutflower reaches 42 - 48 inches in height and 15 - 24 inches wide. Grows in full sun or partial shade.

To grow Digitalis Purpurea from flower seed begin with rich, moist soil. Space the Foxglove plants 18 - 24 inches apart. Sow Foxglove seeds outdoors directly into prepared soil in the spring after danger of frost has passed in full sun or partial shade.

Common Questions

Q

How can I use foxglove in the landscape?

A

Use tall foxgloves in the landscape for the back row of mixed borders, to attract hummingbirds, and plant white foxglove flowers to brighten a moon garden.

Q

Does foxglove spread aggressively?

A

Foxgloves freely self-seed, creating a sustained patch that produces flowers annually. However, foxglove is not considered an aggressive spreader.

Q

How do I tell the difference between biennial and perennial foxgloves?

A

The common perennial type is the yellow foxglove (D. grandiflora), which has solid yellow flowers without the multiple colors found in biennials. If your foxglove has speckled colors in its throat, it is almost certainly a biennial that can be removed once the flowers are gone.

Q

Will deer eat my foxglove plants?

A

No, deer tend to stay away from foxglove plants.

Q

Do I need to prune back my flowers after blooms fade?

A

Cut back main flower spike as the blooms fade to encourage growth of flowering side shoots.

Q

Is foxglove toxic?

A

Yes, foxglove is highly toxic if ingested. Wear gloves and wash your hands after handling. Toxic for dogs, cats, horses and humans.

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