Whole plant
Overall shape, height, branching and growth habit.
Flowers
Foxglove growing guide
A biennial or short-lived perennial producing tall spikes of tubular flowers. It prefers cool conditions, organic soil and part shade to sun depending on climate.
☠ Poisonous — All parts
Contains cardiac glycosides that affect the heart. Even small amounts can be dangerous. Wear gloves and wash hands after handling.
Risk to: People · Pets · Livestock
14-21 daysGermination
VariesHarvest
40 cmSpacing
0.1 cmSow depth
Full/PartSun
HardyFrost
2.5 cm/weekWater
5.5-7pH
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Botanical reference
Compare the whole plant first, then check the leaf, flower and harvest detail to identify what Foxglove should look like as it grows.
Leaf detail
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Flower detail
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Harvest / detail
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Growing note
Surface-sow the fine seed because light helps germination. Allow some flower spikes to set seed if natural self-sowing is wanted.
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