Illustration. See the retailer's page for photos of the actual plant.
Common Foxglove
Digitalis purpurea
Price comparison:
£4.50
From 1 UK retailer
Common Foxglove is a herbaceous perennial that thrives in partial shade and moist soil. Growing to about 1.5m, it flowers from June and July. A favourite with bees and other pollinators.
Sun
⛅ Partial Shade
Water
💧💧💧 High (Moist)
Hardiness
🌡️ H7 (Fully Hardy)
Size
📏 1.5m tall × 45cm wide
Flowers
🌸 jun,jul
Wildlife
🐝 Vital bee plant
Compare Prices
Prices from 1 retailer
Prices last checked: 23 Oct 2026
Prices exclude delivery. Check retailer for final price.
Retailers shown in order of price — lowest first within each pot size. Packs are compared only with packs of the same size.
| Celtic Wildflowers | £4.50Checked 23 Oct | 9cm | View at Celtic WildflowersOpens product page · Affiliate info |
Celtic Wildflowers
Size: 9cm
| Celtic Wildflowers | £6.35£1.27 per plantChecked 23 Oct | 5 plug plants | View at Celtic WildflowersOpens product page · Affiliate info |
Celtic Wildflowers
Size: 5 plug plants
Prices shown exclude delivery. Delivery charges vary by retailer — see individual listings for details.
Prices may vary. Click through to the retailer for current pricing.
Prices last checked: 23 Oct 2026
We may earn commission from purchases made through our links. (What does this mean?)
The month's biggest price drops across UK nurseries
One email a month. The plants that got cheaper, and where. Unsubscribe anytime.
We only email you price drops and seasonal savings. No spam, ever.
Plant Information
About this plant
Common Foxglove is a herbaceous perennial that thrives in partial shade and moist soil. Growing to about 1.5m, it flowers from June and July. A favourite with bees and other pollinators.
Latin Name
Digitalis purpurea
Family
Hardiness Zone
H7
Care Level
moderate
Sun Exposure
partial-shade
Water Needs
high
Flowering Season
jun,jul
Mature Height
1.5m
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Common Foxglove cost in the UK?
Common Foxglove prices in the UK range from £4.50 to £4.50 depending on pot size and retailer. The lowest price we track is £4.50 for a 9cm pot at Celtic Wildflowers. Prices are checked nightly across 1 UK nurseries.
Where can I buy Common Foxglove online in the UK?
You can buy Common Foxglove from 1 UK nurseries including Celtic Wildflowers, Celtic Wildflowers. ComparePlants.uk compares prices across all of them so you can find the best deal.
What is the scientific name for Common Foxglove?
The scientific name for Common Foxglove is Digitalis purpurea.
Related reading
Drought-Tolerant Plants That Still Look Good
Dry-garden planting has a reputation for looking like a car park in July. It doesn't have to. Twelve plants that hold their shape and colour through a dry summer — and the honest caveat about planting them now.
Read the guide →Best Plants for Late-Summer Colour
Give your garden a burst of energy when the rest of the world seems to be winding down, with these vibrant and hardy plants for late-summer colour.
Read the guide →How to Support Wildlife in October
October in the UK garden is a pivotal time to support wildlife, with specific plants and small actions making a big difference for birds, pollinators, amphibians, and hedgehogs.
Read the guide →Similar Plants
Euonymus japonicus 'Green Spire'
Euonymus japonicus 'Green Spire'
Magnolia x loebneri 'Leonard Messel' Tree
Magnolia loebneri