Rough Purple False Foxglove

It is usually best to water Rough Purple False Foxglove (Agalinis aspera) once a week, or every 5-7 days, during the growing season. This species grows best in moist but well-drained soils, so be sure to provide enough water to keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. As such, water deeply and thoroughly each time and allow the soil to dry out slightly between watering. In climates that are especially hot and dry, it may require more frequent watering, especially during the brightest, hottest parts of the day.

Rough Purple Foxglove (Agalinis aspera) are a type of prairie wildflower, and they do best in full sun. They should receive full sun for at least 6 hours each day. These flowers prefer warm temperatures; therefore care should be taken that the sun exposure is not too intense or during the hottest parts of the day. During high summer temperatures, a few hours of shade may be beneficial. In addition, planting in a location protected from strong winds may help protect these delicate blooms.

Rough Purple False Foxglove (Agalinis aspera) should be pruned in early spring after any threat of frost has passed. Prune the plant to maintain an attractive shape, but avoid taking off more than 1-third of the plant at a time. Pruning is beneficial as it encourages increased branching and flowering, as well as stronger stems and leaves. In addition to this, it also keeps the plants from becoming too tall and leggy.