38 Hawley Road, Earnscleugh,
Alexandra
Digitalis purpurea
Common Foxglove
$15
15cm Pot
Mature height:
1 - 1.5 m
Mature width:
45 - 60 cm
A classic, tall, stately biennial or perennial with a basal rosette of soft, hairy leaves. Sends up magnificent, towering, vertical spikes adorned with large, bell-shaped, spotted flowers in shades of purple, pink, white, and yellow.
Growing Conditions
Soil
Moist, rich, fertile, well-drained organic loam or clay.
Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade; prefers shelter from harsh, drying winds.
Flower
Towering spikes of bell-shaped spotted flowers in late spring.
Care & Maintenance
Digitalis purpurea is a classic, tall-spiked biennial that adds beautiful, vertical, floral interest to garden borders.
• Plant in semi-shaded, moist, well-draining garden soil.
• Remove spent flower spikes to prevent unwanted seeding.
• Keep root zone mulched to retain soil moisture.
• Hardy once established against local climate conditions.
Common Uses for
Digitalis purpurea
01
Vertical Feature Focal
Commands absolute attention with its massive, elegant, tall vertical floral spikes.
02
Shaded Woodland Anchor
Brings high-impact, romantic, cottage-style structural height to semi-shaded beds.
03
Pollinator Haven
Tubular flowers are the absolute regional favorite of local long-tongued bees.
04
Cottage Garden Staple
Essential, iconic element for creating a traditional, nostalgic, romantic garden design.
Visit Us Today
We’re a local, onsite nursery located in Alexandra.
All plants are selected and purchased in person so you can see quality, size, and suitability before you buy.
38 Hawley Road, Earnscleugh, Alexandra
Opening Hours
You’re welcome to visit during our open hours, or arrange a time that suits you by appointment.
August - May:
Tue, Wed, Thu | 2:00 pm – 7:00 pm
June - July:
By Appointment Only