Common Foxglove

Plantaginaceae

5’tall x 2.5′ wide

Average, medium, well-drained soil in part shade

Moist, organically rich, acidic soils. Soil must not be allowed to dry out

Biennial foxglove that produces only a basal rosette of light green, oblong leaves in the first year from seed. Flowers are borne in the second year

Tall spires provide striking color and good architectural height to the border and are particularly effective in front of dark backgrounds such as those provided by a wall or shrubs. Also effective in woodland gardens or naturalized areas.