When to Plant Foxglove Seeds
Time to get your gardening gloves on! Direct sow those foxglove seeds after the last frost has packed its bags and left town, which can be as late as early summer. If you’re the impatient type, start them indoors 8 to 10 weeks before that final frost date. Who doesn’t love a little early bloom action?
Where to Plant Foxglove Seeds
Foxgloves are sun-loving divas, preferring full sun but willing to tolerate partial shade, especially in warmer climates—talk about adaptable! Just make sure to pick a spot with some wind protection; these beauties don’t appreciate their delicate blooms being tossed around like a leaf in a hurricane.
How to Plant Foxglove Seeds
Before you plant, give your seeds a chilly vacation—poppy seeds love a good cold stratification for two weeks! After their frosty getaway, moisten the soil and hand scatter those seeds about every 12-18 inches like confetti at a party. No covering allowed; they need that sunshine to pop up and show off! Once your little seedlings sprout two or more leaves, it’s time to thin them out, keeping them cozy at every 12-18 inches apart. They like rich, loamy, well-draining soil that’s slightly acidic, so think of it as a spa treatment for your plants!
How to Care for Foxglove Seeds
Once your foxgloves have settled in, throw a layer of mulch over them to keep that moisture in. You can even let that mulch cozy up over winter to keep their roots warm and snug for the next season—talk about a good neighbor! Since foxgloves tend to reach for the sky, they might need some staking to stay upright and regal. And if you’re feeling generous and want them to self-sow, just remember to leave those spent flowers alone—let them do their thing and spread the love!