Distinctive Flower Spikes
Produces upright flower spikes covered with attractive tubular, bell-shaped blooms.
Digitalis Foxglove Seeds for Sale
Suitable for home gardening use
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Product description
Digitalis Foxglove Seeds
Digitalis Foxglove is an ornamental flowering plant known for its tall flower spikes and distinctive bell-shaped blooms. Depending on the species and variety, flowers may appear in purple, pink, white, cream, or yellow. Foxgloves are popular in cottage gardens, woodland borders, and ornamental landscapes. They grow well in suitable soil with consistent moisture and appropriate sunlight.
Bell-Shaped Flowers
Tall Flower Spikes
Cottage Garden Plant
Ornamental Flower
Key Features
Variety of Flower Colors
Depending on the variety, flowers may be purple, pink, white, cream, or yellow.
Garden Structure
Tall flower stems add vertical interest to cottage gardens, borders, and woodland-style plantings.
Attracts Pollinators
The tubular flowers can provide nectar for bees and other suitable pollinators.
Product Highlights
Botanical genus: Digitalis
Distinctive tubular flowers
Tall ornamental flower spikes
Available in multiple flower colors
Suitable for cottage garden borders
Can grow in partial shade
Seeds require light for germination
All parts of the plant are toxic
Specifications
| Product Name | Digitalis Foxglove Seeds |
| Scientific Name | Digitalis species |
| Common Name | Foxglove |
| Plant Family | Plantaginaceae |
| Plant Category | Flower; Ornamental Plant |
| Plant Type | Biennial or Perennial, depending on species |
| Flower Colors | Purple, Pink, White, Cream, or Yellow, depending on variety |
| Flower Shape | Tubular, Bell-Shaped |
| Growth Habit | Upright flower spikes with a basal leaf rosette |
| Sunlight | Partial shade to sun, depending on species and climate |
| Soil Requirements | Moist, fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter |
| Watering | Water regularly to maintain suitable soil moisture |
| Planting Season | Spring or early summer, depending on local climate |
| Germination Time | Approximately 14–21 days under suitable conditions |
| Germination Temperature | Approximately 65–70°F (18–21°C) for commonly grown varieties |
| Seed Starting | Surface-sow seeds; light is required for germination |
| USDA Hardiness Zones | Varies by species and variety; common foxglove is often grown in Zones 4–9 |
| Garden Uses | Cottage gardens, woodland borders, ornamental beds, and cut-flower displays |
| Toxicity | All parts are poisonous if ingested; handle carefully and keep away from children and pets |
Growing Guide
Step 1: Prepare the Seeds
Use fresh seeds from a reliable supplier. Foxglove seeds are very small and generally do not require deep sowing.
Use fresh seeds from a reliable supplier. Foxglove seeds are very small and generally do not require deep sowing.
Step 2: Sow on the Soil Surface
Scatter the seeds over moist seed-starting compost and gently press them onto the surface. Do not cover them with a thick layer of soil because light helps them germinate.
Scatter the seeds over moist seed-starting compost and gently press them onto the surface. Do not cover them with a thick layer of soil because light helps them germinate.
Step 3: Maintain Moisture and Light
Keep the compost evenly moist but not waterlogged. Provide bright, indirect light and suitable temperatures for germination.
Keep the compost evenly moist but not waterlogged. Provide bright, indirect light and suitable temperatures for germination.
Step 4: Transplant the Seedlings
Once seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant them carefully into suitable pots or garden beds. Choose a location with well-drained soil and appropriate sunlight.
Once seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant them carefully into suitable pots or garden beds. Choose a location with well-drained soil and appropriate sunlight.
Step 5: Maintain Established Plants
Water during dry periods and allow sufficient space for mature growth. Many common foxgloves flower in their second year, although some varieties can bloom in the first year. Wear gloves when handling plants and seeds.
Water during dry periods and allow sufficient space for mature growth. Many common foxgloves flower in their second year, although some varieties can bloom in the first year. Wear gloves when handling plants and seeds.
Add Vertical Floral Beauty with Foxglove
Digitalis Foxglove Seeds can produce striking flower spikes that bring height, color, and ornamental interest to suitable garden spaces. With surface sowing, consistent moisture, and appropriate growing conditions, foxgloves can become an attractive feature in cottage gardens and flower borders. Handle all plant parts carefully because foxgloves are poisonous.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers about foxglove seed germination, flowering time, and safe garden planting.
Do Digitalis Foxglove Seeds need light to germinate?
Yes, seeds of commonly grown foxgloves such as Digitalis purpurea need light to germinate. Scatter them over moist seed-starting compost, gently press them onto the surface, and avoid covering them with soil. Keep the growing medium moist and provide suitable temperatures.
Will Foxglove Seeds flower in the first year?
Many traditional foxgloves are biennial and produce leafy growth in the first year before flowering in the second. However, some selected varieties can bloom during their first growing season. Flowering time depends on the variety, sowing date, and growing conditions.
Are Digitalis Foxglove plants poisonous to children and pets?
Yes, all parts of foxglove plants contain toxic compounds that can cause serious poisoning if swallowed. Keep seeds and plants away from children and pets, wear gloves when handling them, and never use foxglove in food or home remedies. Seek urgent medical or veterinary advice if ingestion occurs.