Foxgloves (Digitalis) are among the most beloved plants of late spring and early summer, with their unapologetic cottage-garden charm. While these elegant blooms are often considered wonderfully low-maintenance, May is a key month for giving them a little extra attention before flowering gets fully underway.
From staking tall stems before they flop to watering wisely, a handful of simple jobs now can help foxgloves produce healthier foliage, stronger flower spikes, and longer-lasting blooms into the summer and the following season.
