Foxgloves, otherwise known as Digitalis, is a striking choice for any summer garden display. Often regarded as the holy grail of cottage garden displays, this well-known perennial bloom not only looks gorgeous but also attracts pollinators quite literally like bees to honey.

We supply our Foxgloves as plugs or in pots. This makes the planting process even easier than a bulb, which I'm sure we can agree already is quite a straightforward process! But if you’re new to caring for these beauties, we've pulled together our top tips on how to plant foxgloves and keep them thriving all season long.

How to Plant Your Foxgloves

As we mentioned, our foxgloves are supplied as modules or in pots. To plant them, simply choose your desired spot in the garden and pop them out of their containers gently. Tease the root ball slightly (gently!) and place the plant into place. Cover with soil, making sure that the root is just under the ground level.

Water them well once planted. Make sure the soil is well-drained and isn’t too moist or too dry. Most varieties can thrive in any sun exposure, from shaded to full sun. However, they are native to most woodlands and love dappled shade as they would get from the shelter of the treetops.

When to Plant Out Foxgloves

The best time of year to plant our foxgloves is March to May, giving the plant plenty of time to establish roots before the big show in summer!

Make sure there’s no chance of frost before planting them out and give them plenty of water once they’re in full bloom.

Where to Plant Them

Location-wise, foxgloves can be planted anywhere around the garden. As they grow quite tall, they can be great assets at the back of the border to add some height. They can also be grown in a container as long as they’re given enough room to grow.

You can also support them with a cane if they get too top-heavy, but it’s not a requirement. Add some glorious colour to your summer displays with foxgloves.


Now you've learnt how to plant foxgloves, you can grow them in the garden with ease! If you're looking to add them to your displays this summer, browse through our selection of foxgloves online.