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Common Foxglove

Digitalis Purpurea

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Overview

Digitalis purpurea, or Common Foxglove, is a striking biennial standing at 2-5 ft tall. It boasts tall spikes adorned with tubular blooms in shades of purple-pink and white, with speckled throats. Flowers appear in late spring to early summer, attracting bees and hummingbirds. Prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Toxic if ingested—an important consideration for pet-friendly gardens. Utilize as a background plant in borders for vertical accent. Zone 4-8.

Sun HalfWater High, MediumZones 4–10Type PerennialClimate Temperate
Common Foxglove (Digitalis Purpurea) — which can lead to naturalization in the right conditions; they will benefit from regular watering during, image 99

Culture

Sun
Half
Water
High, Medium
USDA zones
4–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial
Climate
Temperate

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Common Foxglove (Digitalis Purpurea) — Toxic if ingested‚Äîan important consideration for pet-friendly gardens, image 59
Common Foxglove (Digitalis Purpurea) — and spreading approximately 10 to 18 inches; utilize as a background plant in borders for vertical accent, image 144
Common Foxglove (Digitalis Purpurea) — Digitalis purpurea, or Common Foxglove, is a striking biennial standing at 2-5 ft tall; prefers partial, image 136
Common Foxglove (Digitalis Purpurea) — perennial with multi-colored and pink and purple blooms; deadheading will encourage a second bloom and, image 134
Common Foxglove (Digitalis Purpurea) — particularly bees and hummingbirds; it boasts tall spikes adorned with tubular blooms in shades of, image 74
Common Foxglove (Digitalis Purpurea) — They pair well with ferns, hostas, and other shade-loving perennials, image 77
Common Foxglove (Digitalis Purpurea) — Growing to heights ranging from 3 to 5 feet; perennial with multi-colored and pink and purple blooms, image 143
Common Foxglove (Digitalis Purpurea) — Utilize as a background plant in borders for vertical accent; the flowers are typically a striking, image 87
Common Foxglove (Digitalis Purpurea) — they will benefit from regular watering during prolonged dry spells; enhancing biodiversity within the garden, image 123
Common Foxglove (Digitalis Purpurea) — multi-colored and pink and purple flowers in the garden; this European native boasts tall, image 133
Common Foxglove (Digitalis Purpurea) — Utilize as a background plant in borders for vertical accent; the flowers are typically a striking purple-pink with
Common Foxglove (Digitalis Purpurea) — they will benefit from regular watering during prolonged dry spells; enhancing biodiversity within the garden, image 69
Common Foxglove (Digitalis Purpurea) — and spreading approximately 10 to 18 inches; utilize as a background plant in borders for vertical accent, image 63
Common Foxglove (Digitalis Purpurea) — Toxic if ingested‚Äîan important consideration for pet-friendly gardens, image 113
Common Foxglove (Digitalis Purpurea) — multi-colored and pink and purple flowers in the garden; this European native boasts tall
Common Foxglove (Digitalis Purpurea) — so caution should be taken if placed in areas frequented by children or pets; digitalis purpurea, or Common, image 124
Common Foxglove (Digitalis Purpurea) — The flowers are typically a striking purple-pink with spotted throats; perennial for half, image 66
Common Foxglove (Digitalis Purpurea) — perennial with multi-colored and pink and purple blooms; deadheading will encourage a second bloom and, image 80
Common Foxglove (Digitalis Purpurea) — humus-rich soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH
Common Foxglove (Digitalis Purpurea) — Utilize as a background plant in borders for vertical accent
Common Foxglove (Digitalis Purpurea) — is an enchanting biennial that brings vertical drama and a touch of wilderness to any garden setting; their, image 61
Common Foxglove (Digitalis Purpurea) — their towering flower spikes provide excellent vertical structure and are a magnet for pollinators; place, image 127
Common Foxglove (Digitalis Purpurea) — this European native boasts tall; humus-rich soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH, image 145
Common Foxglove (Digitalis Purpurea) — Flowers appear in late spring to early summer, attracting bees and hummingbirds
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