Growing Non-GMO Foxglove Mixed Color Flower Seeds

Digitalis seeds are most commonly sown outdoors after the frost but, for earliest blooms, begin indoors 4-6 weeks prior. Mixed Color foxglove will germinate in 1-2 weeks with moisture and seedlings should be hardened off before being transplanted to the garden. Mixed Color is a compact variety and can be kept indoors in a sunny spot in the house. Lightly press 4-6 Mixed Color foxglove seeds into the soil without covering 12-18 inches apart in moist, rich, and well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Mixed Color foxglove thrives in consistently moist soil without ever being left to dry.

Keep the soil moist until germination occurs and until transplantation nears. The optimal germination temperature is between 70-80°F. Harden off any seedlings that were started indoors before fully transplanting outdoors. Although Digitalis has amazing pest and disease resistance, young plants should be protected. Foxglove does not usually bloom until the second year after being started from seed. Deadhead regularly to promote plentiful blooms. Provide a thick layer of mulch in the fall for climates with cold winters. Cut foxglove back to the ground each fall.

Foxglove Mixed Color in the Flower Garden

Digitalis is a beautiful flower native to many regions of Europe. The showy plant will easily attract pollinators to your other flowers. Use it as a focal point or along the back of your flower bed. They offer exceptional cut flower quality.

Landscape Use of Digitalis Mixed Color

Mixed Color Foxglove is frequently used in flower beds or along fences and borders. They fit into perennial landscapes with cottage, prairie, or meadow inspirations. Still, they are showy enough to look right at home in a curated landscape as well.

About Digitalis Mixed Color Garden Seeds

Foxglove is associated with a wide variety of myths, legends, and symbols throughout many cultures and ages. It has been accused of everything from housing devils to fairies and even for being unlucky. But yet others say it symbolizes ambition and pride.

Digitalis purpurea is native to the eastern United States and Canada where it grows wildly in moist prairies and meadows.

The flowers, stems, and seeds of Digitalis purpurea are highly toxic and extremely poisonous to humans if ingested and even fatal to some animals. Although highly toxic, chemicals and steroids within the foxglove are essential in the medical industry.

Digitalis can also be known as Common Foxglove, Purple Foxglove, Lady’s Glove, Witches’ Thimbles, Lady’s Fingers, Fairy Bells, Gloves of Mary, Fairy’s Petticoat, Lion’s Mouth, Lustmore, Dragon’s Mouth, Witches’ Fingers, Bloody Finger, Bloody Bells, Throat Root, and other variations of these names.

Foxglove is perfect for any cut flower garden. The flowers hold up well and add an interesting dimension to arrangements. Be sure to cut the stalks with a very sharp knife or scissors when in full bloom. Changing out the water for the arrangement frequently will preserve the color and integrity of the blooms.

Stories From Our Gardeners

"Foxglove has always reminded me of the Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban movie because they are shown in a very ominous, yet beautiful scene when the Dementors are about to attack. Such an iconic flower!"

- Lara Wadsworth, True Leaf Market Writer

Foxglove Mixed Color Seeds Per Package:

• 500 mg - Approximately 5,000 Seeds
• 1 oz- Approximately 280,000 Seeds
• 4 oz - Approximately 1,120,000 Seeds

Non-GMO Digitalis Mixed Color seeds are available for Fast Free Shipping on qualifying orders.