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Foxglove

Digitalis purpurea

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Foxgloves are stately biennials with tall spires of tubular flowers in pink, purple, white, or yellow, often with spotted throats. They thrive in partial shade and woodland settings, self-seeding readily for continuous displays. These cottage garden classics are essential for creating vertical interest and attracting bees and hummingbirds.

Foxglove

Common Problems

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Care Guide

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Light
Partial shade to dappled sunlight; tolerates full sun in cool climates
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Water
Keep soil consistently moist, especially during first year; water at base to prevent leaf diseases
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Soil
Rich, well-draining soil amended with compost; prefers slightly acidic pH 6.0–6.5
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Fertiliser
Feed newly planted seedlings and established plants with balanced fertilizer in spring
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Temperature
Cool-season plant; prefers 60–70°F; requires winter chill for flowering
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Humidity
Moderate to high humidity; benefits from moist air and soil

Toxicity

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Highly toxic; contains cardiac glycosides; ingestion causes serious heart problems, gastrointestinal distress, and potentially fatal toxicity

Common Diseases

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Common Pests

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Seasonal Care

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Resume regular watering and feeding as growth picks up.

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Peak growing season. Water and feed regularly.

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Reduce watering as growth slows. Stop heavy feeding.

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Minimal watering and feeding. Protect from frost if needed.

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