Digitalis purpurea

Also Known As

Foxglove

Plant type

perennial, annual / biennial

size

H: 36"
W: 24"

planting zones

4a-9b

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Digitalis purpurea plant details

Digitalis purpurea is a broadleaf semi-evergreen annual / biennial or perennial with green foliage. In spring magenta, pink and purple flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with bright shade - shade and even moisture water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Digitalis purpurea

Plant type: annual / biennial or perennial
Plant family: plantaginaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 24 IN wide, 36 IN tall
Flowers: magenta, pink and purple blooms in spring
Uses: cutting garden, native plant, self-sowing, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Digitalis purpurea

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture

Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Digitalis purpurea, the common foxglove, is a classic cottage garden favourite with romantic, elegant spires of outward-facing to nodding, tubular bells in shades of deep pink, light pink and white often with darker spotting in the throats. Plants offer great vertical appeal in borders. This species is a biennial or short-lived perennial. On the West Coast, plants can live and bloom well for 3-5 years. In colder climates, they usually will die after flowering. Plants are good self-seeders and will pop up around the garden, especially when you disturb the soil. Popular with a range of different bees plus butterflies and hummingbirds. Deer and rabbit resistant.