Purple Foxglove
Best striking floral accents for creating a vibrant garden.
This biennial foxglove offers striking spikes of purple flowers and is a hardy, deer-resistant choice for gardens. While beautiful, it's crucial to remember all parts are poisonous to humans and it's invasive in California. It thrives in sun to part shade with moist, well-drained soil.
$12.00
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking dramatic vertical interest and vibrant color
- Eco-conscious gardeners wanting to support local wildlife
- Busy gardeners desiring continuous blooms with little fuss
Who should skip it
- Families with young children or pet owners
- Gardeners expecting perennial blooms from their plants
- Individuals with full-sun gardens or heavy clay soils
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Towering floral spikes create a dramatic vertical focal point in gardens.
Pollinator Appeal
Tubular blooms serve as a reliable magnet for local bee populations.
Wildlife Resistance
Natural deer resistance protects your landscape investment from common garden pests.
Hardiness Range
Robust enough to survive harsh winters down to USDA Zone 4.
Safety Profile
High toxicity levels require careful placement away from children and pets.
Maintenance Ease
Thrives in standard garden conditions with minimal ongoing care requirements.
Key Specs
Height
3-5 feet
Spread
18-24 inches
Hardiness Zones
USDA Zone 4
Sun Exposure
Full sun to part shade
Soil Type
Moist, rich, well-drained
Deer Resistant
Yes
Attracts Pollinators
Bees
Bloom Time
Spring, Summer
Flower Color
Purple
Plant Type
Biennial
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