Seeds
All seeds are grown on our farm without the use of chemicals; and are untreated, open-pollinated, hybrid-free and GMO-free.
Foxglove Seeds
Foxglove Seeds
Our own farm-grown Foxglove (Digitalis purpurea) seeds for organic growing.
All seeds are grown on our farm without the use of chemicals; and are open-pollinated, hybrid-free and GMO-free.
1 pkg (approx 100+ seeds)
Common Names
Foxglove, Common Foxglove.
Botanical Name
Digitalis purpurea
Plant Family
Plantaginaceae (Plantain Family). Digitalis was formerly placed in Scrophulariaceae (Figwort Family).
Life Cycle
Biennial
Native Range
Europe
Hardiness Zone
4-9
Habit
Can grow up to 4 or 5 feet tall and about 1 foot wide. Showy flowers in colour in pink, purple and white.
Sun/Soil
Full to part sun, prefers dry or well-drained soil. Drought and poor soil tolerant.
Germination/Sowing
The seeds germinate easily and can be direct sown in spring or fall. They may also be started in flats and transplanted out.
Growing/Care
Needs little to no care. The flower stalks can be cut back to prevent self-seeding.
Harvesting
N/A.
Culinary Uses
DO NOT EAT. All plant parts are extremely toxic and are not to be used internally.
Medicinal Uses
Foxglove is a medicine that was once used by herbalists in the past to treat certain heart conditions. It is not currently used in herbal medicine due to the dangerous toxins it contains, and the therapeutic dose and lethal dose being too close together. Along with Grecian Foxglove (Digitalis lanata), an extract of Grecian Foxglove is currently used to create pharmaceutical medications for congestive heart failure.
Themes
Woodland Garden, Deer Resistant, Low Maintenance, Cut Flowers, Drought Tolerant.