Perennial – Foxglove

Foxglove

Botanical name: digitalis purpurea 

Beginner friendly?: moderate 

Average size at maturity: 2-6 ft in height with a spread of up to 1.5 ft 

Hardy zone: zones 5-9

Foliage color: green 

Flower color: purple, pink, white

Bloom time: summer 

Growth rate: reaches fully mature size in about 2 growing seasons 

Pruning instructions: deadhead withered blooms and foliage as needed 

Propagation methods: propagate by seed sowing 

Landscape use: pollinator garden, flower garden, edging, container plant 

Special features: long-lasting blooms, attracts pollinators, deer resistant, disease resistant 

Light needs: 4-6 hours of sun per day 

Watering instructions: allow the top 2-4 inches of soil to dry between watering sessions 

Fertilizing instructions : use a slow-release flower fertilizer once at the time of planting and again every 3 months

Best time to plant: spring, summer 

Best type of soil: sand, loam 

Companion plants: roses, geraniums, peonies, yarrow

Toxicity level: highly toxic to humans and pets if ingested 

Invasive species: no