Digitalis purpurea 'Sugar Plum'
Best vertical accent for gardeners seeking low-maintenance, self-seeding floral drama.
These towering spires bring essential vertical drama to a garden bed with their striking, speckled blooms. While you will have to accept their short-lived biennial nature, the plant’s tendency to self-sow ensures these rich, evergreen accents return to your landscape year after year.
$16.95
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking dramatic height for mid-to-back border displays
- Eco-conscious homeowners wanting to support local hummingbirds and bees
- Low-effort gardeners preferring plants that naturally replenish themselves
Who should skip it
- Busy homeowners looking for strictly low-maintenance, hands-off landscaping
- Pet owners and parents of small children needing safe plants
- Gardeners wanting permanent, long-lived perennial garden fixtures
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Tall, speckled spires create an unmistakable focal point in any border.
Versatility
Adapts easily to both full sun and partial shade garden environments.
Maintenance Ease
Evergreen foliage minimizes the need for tedious seasonal cleanup.
Longevity
Biennial nature requires patience, though self-seeding helps maintain the display.
Floral Utility
Sturdy stems perform beautifully as dramatic additions to indoor arrangements.
Hardiness Range
Robust growth across zones four through nine ensures wide regional viability.
Key Specs
Common Name
Foxglove
Hardiness Zone
4-9
Exposure
Sun to Part Shade
Blooms In
June-July
Mature Height
3-4 feet
Mature Spread
2 feet
Spacing
18-24 inches
Ships as
1 Pint
Soil Type
Loamy, Well-Drained
Watering Needs
Moderate
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