Common foxglove 'Foxy mix'

While not consitered invasive, foxglove can spread easily from self sown volunteers.

Try to plant in a location that enjoys dappled sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Foxy mix is thought of as hardy, so this plant will survive close to or on freezing temperatures.

Direct sow in late summer, fall, or spring. Alternitivly sow indoors 7-10 weeks before last frost. This may allow the foxglove to bloom the same year.

Sow 0.0 inches (0.0 cm) deep with a guideline distance of 5.85 inches (15.0 cm). Soil temperature should be kept higher than 16°C / 61°F to ensure good germination.

By our calculations, you should look at sowing Foxy mix about 70 days before your last frost date.

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Foxy mix is a hardy plant.

This variety tends to be ready for harvesting by late summer.

The scientific name means “finger-like” or “breadth of a finger”. The common names also useally refer to this or to various folklore.

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