Foxglove Seeds - Gloxiniaeflora Mix Digitalis purpurea
- Biennial; Beautiful in the garden or in a vase
- Grows well in moist, shady locations
- Traditional cottage garden bloom
Shipping Schedule
Seeds are shipped year-round, while perennials & bulbs are shipped seasonally. Pre-ordered bulbs ship at the proper planting time for your zone. Spring pre-orders are placed any time before March 1. Fall pre-orders are placed any time before September 1. These items will not ship immediately, but will be delivered at the ideal time for planting. Orders containing both seeds and bulbs may be split into multiple shipments. Click here for more shipping information.
| Pre-Ordered Spring Bulbs & Perennials | Shipping Begins |
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| Zones 9 - 12 | Late February to Early March |
| Zone 8 | Early to Mid March |
| Zone 7 | Mid to Late March |
| Zone 6 | Early April |
| Zone 5 | Late April |
| Zones 2 - 4 | Late April to Early May |
| In-season orders ship immediately at the time of purchase to all zones until inventory is depleted. | |
| Saffron Crocus & Bearded Iris | Shipping Begins |
| All Zones | Late August |
| Pre-Ordered Fall Bulbs | Shipping Begins |
| Zones 2 - 5 | Mid to Late September |
| Zone 6 | Late September |
| Zone 7 | Late September to Early October |
| Zones 8 - 12 | Early to Mid October |
| In-season orders ship immediately at the time of purchase to all zones until inventory is depleted. | |
| Pre-Ordered Fall Perennials* | Shipping Begins |
| All Zones | Mid October |
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Product Description
Foxglove Seeds - Gloxiniaeflora Mix
Foxglove is a tall, elegant flower that produces lovely tubular flowers of alternating color. It is particularly cherished by those gardeners looking to add reliable color to moist, shady areas – an environment in which Foxglove – and little else - thrives!
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Fast Facts
Name: Foxglove Seeds - Gloxiniaeflora Mix Botanical Name: Digitalis purpurea Life Cycle: Biennial Light Requirement: Full Sun Planting Season: Spring, Fall Plant Type: Tall green stalks with an abundance of stacked tubular blossoms in a variety of colors.Could be considered invasive in areas of USA. Check with your local agricultural office Features: Heirloom, Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Hummingbirds, Cut Flower Garden, Deer Resistant, Easy to Grow & Maintain, Container Garden Color: Pink, Purple, White Blooms: Spring, Late Spring, Early Summer, Summer Plant Height: Up to 60 Inches Plant Spacing: 6-12 inches Planting Depth: 1/16 inch Sowing Method: Direct Sow Cold Stratification: Yes Seeds per Packet: 300 mg Hardiness Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 Ships: Year Round -
Planting Instructions
How to Plant Gloxiniaeflora Foxglove
When to Plant Foxglove Seeds
Direct sow after all threat of frost has passed, up to early Summer. Can also be started indoors 8-10 weeks before the final frost date.
Where to Plant Foxglove Seeds
Foxglove prefers Full Sun, but can tolerate Partial Shade conditions. In warmer climates, Partial Shade can be preferable. Choose an area with some wind protection, as regular wind exposure can impact the growth pattern.
How to Plant Foxglove Seeds
Moisten soil and hand scatter seeds onto the surface approximately every 12-18 inches, and compress seeds onto the surface. Do not cover the seeds, as they require sunlight in order to germinate. Once seedlings develop two or more leaves, thin growth back to every 12-18 inches. Choose rich, loamy, well-draining soil that's slightly acidic - you may wish to Amend with organic matter as well.
How to Care for Foxglove
After your plants have established, add a layer of mulch in order to aid in retaining moisture. You can leave this mulch overwinter as well to insulate the roots for the following season as well. As a tall-grower, Foxglove will likely need staking. If you want your Foxglove to self sow, be sure not to deadhead your flowers when they're spent.
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Seed Coverage
Amount Recommended Coverage Packet Up to 80 Sq. Ft Ounce Package Up to 625 Sq. Ft 1/4 Pound Package Up to 2,500 Sq. Ft 1 Pound Sack Up to10,000 Sq. Ft 5 Pound Sack Up to 1.3 Acres
Product Reviews
Review
Show stopper! They literally stopped traffic!
I started 200 seed plugs and potted them up with nearly 100% germination rate. I never expected that. I previously thought foxgloves were finicky flowers. Wow, was I wrong. I thinned to two plants per plug being ruthless. Those were potted up to four inch pots and set out two springs ago. They overwintered well last winter here in northern Virginia (zone 6). Last spring was their first debut, and it was not disappointing. I had hundreds of tall flower spikes that literally were show stoppers. Drivers stopped in front of our house, got out, LEFT THEIR CARS RUNNING, and started taking photographs. Neighbors I've never met would stop to comment how beautiful the garden was. The blooms lasted for weeks. I planted more plants last year and expanded to other gardens. The plants appear to have made it through much colder temps this winter. I expect an encore this spring, when I'll plant more in my back and side yards. Bonus: The deer don't like them and don't visit our yard as much!
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