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Foxglove

Foxglove is listed botanically as Digitalis purpurea. It may also be listed as digitalis, purple foxglove, common foxglove, fairy cap. Foxglove is a tall biennial or short-lived perennial grown for upright spires of tubular flowers that are especially attractive to bees and hummingbirds. All parts of the plant contain potent cardiac glycosides and should not be eaten; grow it as an ornamental and use care around children and pets. PlotPal's canonical care record lists partial shade and moderate water needs. The current taxonomy reference places it in the genus Digitalis and in the family Plantaginaceae. PlotPal currently carries Foxglove as an outdoor growing and flower reference. Growing note: Grow in rich, well-drained soil with consistent moisture. Partial shade is useful in hot climates, while cooler gardens can support more sun. Let some flower spikes set seed if you want natural reseeding, or deadhead to reduce volunteers. Propagation or sowing note: Surface sow seed with light exposure, or transplant nursery starts Plant-health prevention note: Provide airflow, avoid saturated soil around the crown, and water near the soil surface rather than keeping leaves wet. Pest-prevention note: Inspect young growth regularly, reduce slug hiding places, and use non-systemic controls where pollinators are active. Common pests in the reference include Aphids, Slugs, Spider mites. Common plant-health issues in the reference include Powdery mildew, Leaf spot, Crown rot. Use this guide as practical growing context, then adjust decisions to the actual weather, soil, container or bed, variety, and conditions in your garden.