Common foxglove typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.
common foxglove
Digitalis purpurea (Excelsior Group)
The common foxglove (Digitalis purpurea (Excelsior Group)) is an amazing plant species, that brings much beauty into a garden! It's a biennial, with tall spikes of bell-shaped flowers in shades of pink and white, which are highly attractive to bees and Butterflies. They are also a great source of nectar for our bees and other pollinators. The common foxglove is very resistant to deer and rabbits, making it even better for the Biodiversity in your garden. They are easy plants to look after and will self seed. Their height and spread will ensure a striking architectural feature in any flower bed. If you are looking for a plant with stunning blossoms, that can bring wildlife in your garden and you don't have to look after too much, the common foxglove is the one for you!
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
4 - 8
Flowers:
Strawberry pink, white, or purple Flowers In Summer
Sun:
Part sun/part shade
Soil:
Humus rich, Well-drained
Fruits:
Fruits In Summer Ready In
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Low
Poisonous To Humans:
Yes
Poisonous To Pets:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Common foxglove (Digitalis purpurea (Excelsior Group)) should be watered most days during the actively growing season - from late Spring to early Fall. The soil should be kept slightly moist, but not soggy. Water thoroughly whenever the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch. During the hottest part of Summer, water more often to prevent the soil from drying out completely. In cooler temperatures, reduce the frequency of watering slightly. During the Winter, reduce the amount of water given to allow the plant to go dormant.
sunlight
Common foxglove (Digitalis purpurea (Excelsior Group)) thrives best in full sun to partial shade. In partial shade or along the edges of full sun, the plant will often produce more flowers. A minimum of 4 hours of direct sunlight per day is ideal for this species, with as much as 8 hours a day being ideal in areas with plenty of bright sunlight. Avoid putting it in areas of deep shade, as this will reduce flowering in the plant.
pruning
Common foxglove (Digitalis purpurea (Excelsior Group) should be pruned heavily in late spring (May or June), while the plant is still in its vegetative (growth) stage. This can be done by cutting the stem of the plant back to 8-12 inches from the base. This will help to encourage the production of new side and stems while also keeping the plant in a manageable range. It is important not to prune too much, as this can reduce the amount of flowers produced. Removing dead stems, seed heads and any other damaged material in the late winter is also a good idea.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering
Starts Flowering
Common foxglove typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.
Harvest Fruit
Harvesting of Digitalis purpurea (Excelsior Group) typically begins in July and continues through August.
