Foxglove (Excelsior mix) seeds
Foxglove is a tall slender flower boasting a generous amount of tubular-shaped blooms. These blooms provide nectar for hummingbirds and attract a vast array of pollinators. These guys can get as tall as 2-5 feet and 1-2 feet wide. They prefer shaded areas. If you have a lot of trees on your property, these are great to grow since the sun requirement is minimal. This blend comes in several colors, including speckled pink, rose, purple, cream, primrose, and white.
Seed count: 250
Botanic name:
Digitalis
Plant spacing:
18 - 24 inches
Color:
Whites, creams, purples, pinks, and primrose blooms
Sowing depth:
Top sow. Work the seeds lightly into the soil and keep the soil moist not allowing it to dry out bewtween waterings. Use a misting bottle 1-2 times a day.
Sun requirements:
Full sun
Utilization:
Attracting humming birds and for ornamental purposes.
Frost hardy:
No
Maturity days:
Blooms will appear the towards the end of the first year. The second year will produce significantly more blooms.
Life cycle:
Biennial
Can I start indoors:
Yes
Container friendly:
Yes
Other names:
Foxglove, common foxglove
Vine Habit:
