Foxglove

Digitalis purpurea

Foxglove

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Common Foxglove (Digitalis purpurea) is a timeless woodland native, with its tall, stately spires of bell-shaped flowers that add architectural interest to any garden. It thrives in the dappled shade of the British countryside, producing rosettes of soft, hairy leaves in its first year followed by a spectacular summer display of purple, pink, or occasionally white blooms. Hardy and reliable, it sings out for cottage garden planting and wildlife-friendly spaces. Do not consume- highly toxic

↓ See Foxglove care, safety & folklore in our Grower's Guide

CHELSEA GOLD QUALITY TO YOUR DOOR

The Grower's Guide: From Soil to Plate

Grown on-site in Gloucestershire, your herbs and edible plants will arrive happy in peat-free compost and recyclable pots, all snugly tucked into sturdy cardboard packaging.

Plant Key Features

  • Common Name: Foxglove
  • Botanical Name: Digitalis purpurea
  • Plant Type: Biennial or short-lived perennial
  • Hardiness: Fully Hardy (UK Zone H4–H7); survives even severe winters
  • Mature Size: 1.5m – 2m Height x 60cm Spread
  • Foliage & Flower: Tall spikes of thimble-like flowers with spotted throats; large, oval, hairy green leaves
  • Sun: Partial shade (preferred) to full sun or full shade
  • Soil: Rich, moist, but well-drained soil; thrives with added organic matter
  • Maintenance: Easy; keep moist in summer and mulch in spring to maintain vigor
  • Pollinator Value: Very High; a vital nectar source for long-tongued bumblebees
  • Pot Size: Supplied in a 9cm recyclable pot

Uses & Expert Tips

Safety & Folklore

  • Toxicity: CRITICAL WARNING — All parts of the plant are highly toxic if ingested and may cause skin irritation. Do not consume. Always wear gloves when handling and keep away from children and pets.
  • Medicine: Contains digitalis (digoxin), a potent chemical used in modern medicine to treat heart conditions, though it is never safe for self-medication.
  • Magic: Historically known as witches gloves or fairy thimbles, it was believed to protect homes from evil or allow foxes to sneak silently through the woods.

Expert Care Tips: To extend your flowering display, cut the main central flower spike back to the base once it has finished blooming. This encourages the plant to produce several smaller or prince flower spikes from the sides, prolonging the flowering season. To ensure a permanent presence in your garden, leave at least one spike to mature and self-seed naturally.

Sustainable Packaging

Our packaging materials have been carefully researched and selected with sustainability at the forefront of our process. We believe that high-quality plants shouldn't come at a cost to the planet.Every order is hand-picked and secured using:

  • Sturdy cardboard outer packaging – Fully recyclable and designed for protection.
  • Recyclable labels and pots – Ensuring a circular life for your gardening essentials.
  • Biodegradable soil retainers – A planet-friendly alternative to plastic bags.

Even after the bumpiest of journeys and the harshest of climates, our plants will be delivered safely to your door as fresh as when they were picked from our Gloucestershire nursery.

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Delivery Information

At Kitchen Garden Plant Centre, we pride ourselves on a seamless journey from our Gloucestershire nursery to your door. We provide tracked UK-wide delivery, ensuring the same expert care for our local neighbours in Newent as we do for our customers across the country.


Shipping Rates
Our shipping rates are tiered by order value to ensure you get the best price:

  • Orders up to £15: £11.99
  • Orders £15 – £19.99: £8.99
  • Orders £20 – £59.99: £5.99
  • Orders £60 and over: FREE

Note: Shipping rates do not accumulate; you will only be charged the single most appropriate rate for your order.


Reliable Shipping Across the UK
To ensure your plants spend the minimum time in transit, we choose the most efficient route for your location:

  • England, Wales & Scottish Lowlands: Dispatched via 24-hour courier.
  • Highlands, Islands & UK Offshore: Dispatched via Royal Mail.

    Includes: Scottish Highlands, Islands, Isle of Wight, Isle of Man, and Channel Islands.

Free Local Collection (Newent, GL18)
Prefer to collect? We offer a free Click & Collect service from our Newent nursery. As we are a working specialist herb nursery, visits and collections are strictly by appointment only, so we recommend collection during the following windows:

  • Collection Days: Mondays & Wednesdays
  • Collection Times: 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM

How it works:
Simply select 'Local Pickup' at checkout. We will then contact you to confirm when your order is picked and ready for collection, and which of these dates and times is most convenient for you to meet the growers and collect your plants.
Family grown Herbs and Edibles
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3 RHS Chelsea Gold medals
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Pesticide free
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Sustainability
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Family grown Herbs and Edibles
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3 RHS Chelsea Gold medals
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Pesticide free
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Sustainability
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Family grown Herbs and Edibles
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3 RHS Chelsea Gold medals
◇
Pesticide free
◇
Sustainability
◇
Family grown Herbs and Edibles
◇
3 RHS Chelsea Gold medals
◇
Pesticide free
◇
Sustainability
◇
Family grown Herbs and Edibles
◇
3 RHS Chelsea Gold medals
◇
Pesticide free
◇
Sustainability
◇
Family grown Herbs and Edibles
◇
3 RHS Chelsea Gold medals
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Pesticide free
◇
Sustainability
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What makes us different?

We are a 3 x RHS Chelsea Gold medal award winning, family grower of Herbs and Edibles.

We use natural integrated pest management systems on the nursery and a peat free compost which is sourced and produced in the U.K and only a stones throw away.

You can find us at shows and markets across the UK.

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What our customers say...

"I have purchased herbs from Kitchen Garden Plant centre and the quality of the plants are unparalleled. Such a fantastic selection to choose from and all grown on their family nursery from scratch. Packaging is great and the advice and guidance offered by this knowledgable team is simply the best. 10/10 would recommend and would only by my plants from this lovely team."
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"I have just received my order and felt I wanted to compliment you on the quality of the plants and the way they were packaged; much better than your competitors."
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"Brilliant selection of herbs, and truly exceptional customer service. Glowing recommendation for anyone looking to level up their cooking, have their kitchen smell fantastic, or get a unique gift for the green-thumbed chef in their life."
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