White Flower Farm
Digitalis purpurea 'Alba'
Best choice for gardeners seeking low-maintenance, deer-resistant vertical blooms.
Digitalis purpurea 'Alba', or Foxglove, offers striking ivory white blooms on upright spikes, perfect for adding dramatic vertical accents to your garden. This variety is known for its self-sowing habit, naturally enhancing your summer display year after year. It thrives in woodland gardens and partial shade, with foliage that often remains evergreen. Valued as an excellent cut flower, it brings natural beauty indoors. For best results, leave foliage intact through winter, pruning damaged leaves in spring. This deer-resistant plant is a beautiful addition to many garden settings.
$17.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
1695
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#1695 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
-38%
Below average
Cultivar
Alba
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Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking architectural height for back-of-border displays
- Eco-conscious homeowners looking to support local pollinator populations
- Shade-garden enthusiasts needing elegant blooms for dappled light areas
Who should skip it
- Families with curious pets or small children at home
- Gardeners wanting consistent, year-over-year blooms without extra planning
- Low-maintenance gardeners who prefer plants that stay tidy naturally
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Striking ivory spikes provide exceptional vertical drama for garden borders.
Wildlife Resilience
Reliable deer resistance keeps your garden safe from hungry local visitors.
Naturalization Potential
Strong self-sowing habits ensure a recurring display with minimal human intervention.
Floral Versatility
Elegant blooms transition beautifully from garden beds to indoor cut arrangements.
Environmental Adaptability
Thrives across diverse zones but requires specific soil drainage for success.
Safety Profile
High toxicity levels necessitate careful placement away from pets and children.
Key Specs
Cultivar
Alba
Mature Height
48 inches
Bloom Time
Summer
Plant Type
Perennial/Biennial
Toxicity
Toxic to humans
USDA Hardiness Zones
4 to 8
Planting Spacing
12 inches recommended
Flower Color
Ivory white
Features
- Dramatic vertical garden accents
- Evergreen foliage provides year-round interest
- Deer resistant for garden protection
- Excellent for cut flower arrangements
- Self-sows for natural reseeding
- Upright growth habit adds visual height
- Suitable for woodland garden settings
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly praise the superior quality and reliable performance of the Digitalis purpurea 'Alba' foxgloves. Plants arrive healthy and establish quickly, justifying the premium price through their spectacular results. Reviewers cherish the striking, pure white flower spires, noting they create an elegant vertical accent in partial shade. The key theme is trust in the stock; the specimens prove true to type, delivering impressive height and density in their second year. While initial plant size for the cost is sometimes noted, the magnificent mature display confirms the investment yields a stunning, dependable garden focal point.
Know before you buy
This Foxglove is technically a biennial or short-lived perennial. However, because it is a prolific self-sower, it will naturally reseed itself in your garden, creating the effect of a permanent perennial display year after year.
For optimal airflow and healthy growth, we recommend spacing your Foxglove plants 12 inches apart. This allows enough room for their upright spikes to develop fully without overcrowding.
Digitalis purpurea 'Alba' is hardy in USDA zones 4 through 8. Its foliage often remains evergreen, providing interest throughout the winter, though you should wait until spring to prune away any damaged leaves.
No, this plant is toxic to humans and pets if ingested. It is best to plant it in areas where children and animals are not likely to graze or handle the foliage.
Yes, this Foxglove is considered deer-resistant. Its bitter taste and chemical composition typically discourage deer from browsing on it, making it a reliable choice for gardens prone to wildlife pressure.
These plants are versatile and can thrive in both full sun and partial shade. They are particularly well-suited for woodland garden settings where they can benefit from dappled light.
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