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Foxgloves

Is it even summer without pollen-coated bees buzzing in and out of the Foxglove flowers? These hardy, shade-tolerant perennials are the perfect shape to attract garden bumblebees and carder bees. The tall, brightly coloured towers are a border favourite, flowering repeatedly from May to July, and also look great in pots.

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Which foxglove?

Which foxglove?

Foxgloves can grow up to 2m tall (although most come in at around the 1m mark) so they’re ideal for bringing height to the back of a border. More compact varieties are available, such as Pink Panther (40cm tall) which are better for a mid-border position or patio pots.

Planting schemes and partners

Planting schemes and partners

Plant your foxgloves in drifts or as vertical accents in groups of three - but bear in mind that the charm of a cottage garden is that a lot of the flowers - foxgloves included - will self seed and start to spring up randomly as a amongst other the plants. Embrace the randomness and enjoy the new plant combinations! Foxgloves are also a staple of woodland gardens and wildlife meadows, with perfect planting partners including poppies, lupins, achillea, verbena and roses.

Growing tips

Growing tips

Most foxgloves prefer dappled shade, and thrive under deciduous trees in moist, well-drained soil. Foxgloves are biennial, so you may not get flowers the same year you plant them - don’t worry, they’ll burst into life the following spring! Deadhead them after flowering to get a second flush of blooms, and cut the dead stems down to the ground in late autumn. Foxgloves are easy to care for and don’t need feeding. Just water them well when you first plant them, and they’ll develop drought tolerance once established.

Foxglove FAQs

When is the best time to plant foxgloves?

The best time to plant foxgloves (digitalis) is in late spring or early summer (May to July). You can also grow them from seed, by sowing seeds indoors in late winter.

Where should I plant foxgloves in my garden?

Foxgloves like a position in partial shade and well draining soil, but they will also grow in full sun. Dappled sunlight is best, such as under trees. Avoid planting foxgloves in hot, dry, or waterlogged soil.

How far apart should I space foxglove plants?

Plant your foxgloves about 30-45 cm apart to allow for good air circulation and growth.

Do foxgloves need to be fertilised?

Foxgloves don't really need feeding. If your soil is very poor however, you can add a general purpose fertiliser or mix in plenty of manure or compost before planting.

How often should I water foxgloves?

Water your foxgloves regularly so that the soil is always moist but never waterlogged, as they can suffer from root rot if they get too wet.

Do foxgloves need support as they grow?

Tall foxglove varieties (which is most of them!) will benefit from staking to stop them bending or toppling over in strong winds. Use bamboo stakes or plant sticks and tie the stems gently to avoid damaging them. Planting against a wall or fence, or planting densely, also helps.

When do foxgloves bloom?

Foxgloves flower from May to July, with some variation between different varieties. Grown from seed or plug plants, they probably won’t flower in the first year, but garden ready plants will produce flowers.

How do I deadhead foxgloves?

Deadhead foxgloves by cutting off the flower spikes once they have finished blooming. This encourages the plant to produce more flowers. It also stops them self seeding everywhere if that’s a concern!

Are foxgloves poisonous?

All parts of a foxglove are poisonous if you eat them, which we certainly don’t recommend. If you’re worried about this, plant them out of reach of pets and small children, and wear gloves when gardening.

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