Digitalis purpurea, commonly known as Foxglove, is a striking perennial that lights up early summer with tall spires of tubular flowers in shades of pink, purple and white. Its elegant upright habit adds height, charm and a touch of wild beauty to borders, cottage gardens and natural plantings. Digitalis purpurea is highly attractive to bees and bumblebees, which eagerly visit the intricate blooms. It thrives in sun to partial shade and instantly brings a romantic, woodland-like feel to the garden.
Please note: Plants are living products and may vary from the photo and description. Minor imperfections may occur but typically recover well in your garden. Our plants are strong, long-lasting and delivered in nursery pots, shipped directly from our partner growers.
At a Glance
- Type: outdoor garden plant
- Height: approx. 10-25 cm
- Pot: Ø9 cm nursery pot
- Light: sun to part shade
- Care: easy — great for beginners
- Pets: keep out of reach of cats and dogs
- Delivery: free delivery across Ireland and 24 more EU countries (5–8 working days), covered by our healthy-arrival guarantee
- Sun or shade
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Height
- 1.5-2.5 m
- Spread
- 0.1-0.5 m
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Flowers
- Summer
- Time to maturity
- 1-2 years
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Clay
- Soil pH
- Acid to alkaline
- Moisture
- Moist
- Aspect
- South, East, West
- Hardiness (RHS)
- H7 (to about -20 °C)
Sources: RHS Plant Finder; PFAF (Plants For A Future)
Ranges come from the RHS Plant Finder and PFAF. They show what each plant tolerates; local conditions vary.
Free delivery, always — on every order across Ireland and the EU 🌿
Typical Delivery Times
Ireland and all EU destinations — 5–8 working days
Delivery times are estimates and may vary based on local conditions.
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