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Foxglove

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Digitalis purpurea

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What is the plant

Foxglove is a simple plant to cultivate and an excellent addition to any garden. Its medicinal properties make it a valuable addition to any garden, and its blooms will add a splash of color to any area.

The striking biennial plant Foxglove (Digitalis purpurea) is native to Europe and Asia. Foxglove is a well-known plant with purple-pink flowers with darker spots on the lower lip that can grow up to 6.5 feet (2 m) tall, its main identification feature. Its leaves are oval-shaped and hairy, forming a rosette in the first year and an alternate arrangement on older plants.

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Humidity

Normal

Lighting

Full Sun

Temperature

7°C - 15°C

Hardiness zone

4 - 9

Difficulty

Medium

Hibernation

Cold Period

Toxicity

Poisonous

How to Care for the Plant

Container
It can be grown in containers but must be large enough to support the plant's extensive root system and most definitely have to have good drainage. Even though the plant can be grown in containers, Foxglove is still not considered to be a good indoor plant.
Fun fact
Interestingly, it is the source of the drug digitalis, commonly used to treat heart conditions. It has been used medicinally since the 18th century, although it is toxic in large doses.
Popularity
3,466 people already have this plant 806 people have added this plant to their wishlists

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