20 Aug 2026
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Foxglove 'Apricot' Seeds
Digitalis purpurea 'Apricot'
rosettes of soft apricot blooms on tall spires.
A tall, flowering biennial that is native to Europe. It grows clusters of beautiful, soft pink, apricot bell-shaped flowers on tall spires that bloom in early summer. Its coarse green foliage grows in rosettes, and the plant thrives in light shade conditions, making it a lovely ornamental option to plant amongst trees or a neighbouring hedge for a bit of fresh colour and intrigue.
Approx 150 seeds
- Pollinator-Friendly
- Cut Flowers
- Tolerates Most Light
- Compact for Pots
Foxglove 'Apricot' Seeds – Quick Growing Guide
Foxglove 'Apricot' seeds can be sown from April to July or September to November. They prefer partial shade and well-drained soil. Germination takes 7–14 days. Regular watering keeps soil moist but not waterlogged. Ideal for adding soft apricot hues to cottage gardens and borders.
How to Sow, Grow and Harvest Foxglove 'Apricot' Seeds
- Sow:Apr–Jul, Sep–Nov
- Germination:7–14 days
- Grow:Partial shade, well-drained soil
- Water:Keep soil moist, avoid waterlogging
- Harvest:Flowers appear in summer; cut for indoor display
- Best for:Borders, cottage gardens, pots
Foxglove 'Apricot' is a striking biennial native to Europe, producing clusters of apricot-coloured, bell-shaped flowers on tall stems in early summer. Its coarse green rosettes thrive in light shade, making it ideal for planting near trees or hedges to add delicate colour and attract pollinators.
Delivered within 2–3 working days. On its own, this packet ships letterbox delivery at £2.25. Fits through a standard letterbox, so no one needs to be home.
Delivery is priced on the size of your whole order, so adding more may move it into the next band:
- Letterbox delivery — small orders
- £2.25
- Standard delivery — most orders
- £4.50
- Standard delivery (multiple parcels) — large orders
- £7.50
- Free delivery (orders £60 and over)
- Free
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Grow in Your Garden
Foxglove 'Apricot' Seeds – Elegant Cut Flowers for Your Garden
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How to Grow
Foxglove 'Apricot' seeds can be started indoors during the warmer months from April to July or sown directly outside in light shade from September to November. This biennial plant prefers moist, well-drained soil to ensure healthy germination and growth.
Sowing
Sow the seeds about 3mm deep into a small tray filled with compost, then water gently and cover with a clear container to maintain warmth, ideally on a warm windowsill. This method supports the seeds' need for consistent moisture and warmth during the April to July and September to November sowing periods.
Growing
Once seedlings have grown, thin them to allow enough space for development or pot them on to a 40 cm container if growing in pots. Given the foxglove's height and spread, spacing is important to accommodate its elegant flowers and ensure airflow.
Plant care
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged throughout the growing months of April to July. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage further blooming and maintain the plant's appearance, especially when grown in balconies, terraces, containers, or garden beds.
About Foxglove 'Apricot'
Pollinator-friendly biennial, ideal for pots or borders, blooms early summer
- Pollinator-Friendly
- Cut Flowers
- Tolerates Most Light
- Compact for Pots
Eventual height & spread
0.45m
1.5m
History of Foxglove 'Apricot'
Foxglove (Digitalis purpurea) is known for its glove-shaped flower spikes and folklore links to fairies. This variety’s apricot tones add warmth and charm to any garden setting. It prefers well-drained soil and partial shade.
| Other Names | Goblin gloves, witches' gloves and dead men's bells |
|---|---|
| Pet/Baby Safe | Known to be toxic |
FAQs
Sow from April to July, and September to November. Seedlings usually appear in 7–14 days. Watering: keep soil moist, avoid waterlogging.
Yes, foxgloves are hardy and can withstand frost once established. It is a biennial: leaf in the first year, flowers in the second. Harvest: Flowers appear in summer; cut for indoor display. Flowering runs April to July.
They typically grow between 90-120cm tall.
Yes — this is a straightforward packet to give, and what makes it work as a gift is mostly timing. Sowing runs April to July, and September to November, so a packet given inside that window can go straight in, and one given outside it keeps perfectly well until the season comes round.
There are approximately 150 seeds in the packet. On effort it looks after itself, which matters if you are giving it to someone new to growing. It suits borders, cottage gardens and pots, so it works for a small space as well as a garden.
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