Foxglove
Perennial

Foxglove

Digitalis purpurea

Stately spires of spotted, bell-shaped flowers. Cottage garden royalty.

Handle with care

Every part is poisonous. The leaves have been mistaken for comfrey, so keep it well away from anything you harvest to eat.

Bloom Season
May - Jul
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Sun Requirements
◐ Part Sun4-6 hours
◑ Part Shade2-4 hours
Water Needs
Moderate
Regular watering
Size & Zones
3-5' tall
USDA Zones 3-8
Bloom Colors
Purple
Pink
White
Yellow
Traits
✿ Pollinator Friendly△ Deer Resistant✂ Cut Flower
Where to buy
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