Dwarf Foxglove 'Foxy' mix

8000 seeds

Dwarf Foxglove 'Foxy' is a compact, early-flowering biennial (often grown as an annual) producing elegant flower spikes in pink, purple, lavender, cream, white, and soft yellow. It is ideal for flower beds, cottage gardens, borders, containers, and cut flower arrangements. In the Gulf region, it should be grown only during the cool season, as it prefers mild temperatures.

Important: All parts of Foxglove are highly poisonous if ingested. Wear gloves when handling the plant, and keep it away from children and pets.

Best Planting Time

• October to December (recommended)
• Sow during the coolest months for best growth.
• Avoid sowing during hot weather.

Seed Preparation

• No soaking is required.
• No cold stratification is necessary.
• Use fresh, high-quality seeds.

Soil Preparation

Use fertile, loose, well-drained soil rich in organic matter.

Recommended mix:

• 40% Garden soil
• 30% Well-rotted compost
• 20% Coco peat
• 10% Perlite or coarse sand

Ideal soil pH:

• 5.8–7.0

Sowing Method

• Sow seeds in seed trays or small pots.
• Scatter seeds on the soil surface.
• Do not cover the seeds, or cover with only a dusting (less than 1 mm) of fine vermiculite, as light improves germination.
• Mist gently and keep the growing medium evenly moist.
• Transplant seedlings when they have 4–6 true leaves.

Temperature & Light

• Ideal germination temperature: 18–22°C
• Ideal growing temperature: 15–24°C
• Requires 4–6 hours of morning sunlight with afternoon shade.
• Protect plants from intense midday sun in the Gulf.

Watering

• Keep the soil evenly moist during germination.
• After establishment, water when the top 2–3 cm of soil becomes dry.
• Avoid waterlogged soil and overhead watering late in the day.

Germination Time

• 10–20 days

Plant Spacing

• 25–30 cm between plants.
• 35–40 cm between rows.

Flowering

• Flowers approximately 90–120 days after sowing.
• Remove spent flower spikes to encourage additional blooms.
• Leave a few flower spikes if seed collection is desired.

Fertilization

• Mix compost into the soil before planting.
• Feed with a balanced flowering fertilizer every 4 weeks.
• Avoid excessive nitrogen, which promotes leafy growth instead of flowers.

Gulf Climate Tips

• Grow only during the cool season.
• Water early in the morning.
• Apply mulch to keep the roots cool.
• Provide afternoon shade as temperatures rise.
• Ensure good air circulation.
• Monitor for aphids, slugs (during humid periods), powdery mildew, crown rot, and root rot.
• Dwarf Foxglove 'Foxy' is perfect for containers, shaded borders, cottage gardens, and cool-season ornamental displays in the Gulf.