How to Grow Foxgloves from Seed

[@Glittergirlinlondon]

That is one of the best 'how to grow' videos I've seen. Really clear and simple. Thank you!

[@LearnHow2]

I am so glad it was helpful. It is always great to receive positive feedback.

[@SignOfTheTimes008]

@@LearnHow2 Great informative video! The previous home owners at my location had planted foxglove in the front yard in front of the window. I saw a humming bird come around a week ago which caught my interest. The plantation area though had become overwhelmed with weeds and some decay and they began to shrivel up. I think a few years without care. Recently though I had a friend come over who'd worked in a nursery and we are cleaning it up and planning to plant fresh soil and foxgloves in the new spring! Can't wait.

[@ronanogrady7298]

Great video, I sowed the same mix yesterday, just researching the details,Goodman and thanks. Are you still knocking out the garden videos,hope your well

[@yasminahmed9709]

I always enjoy your videos. So clear and to the point. 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 I’m looking forward to having some for next year. You’ve shown me how to do it 😊

[@angelalyall8292]

That was the most soothing and helpful tutorial I have ever watched. Much appreciated.

[@LearnHow2]

Thankyou for your appreciation Angela!

[@katehanna1512]

This was supper fast and easy after placing the seeds in the fridge for a week. Germination was as little as 10 days and they came fast. I'm to about 1.5 month and they're looking as great as yours.

[@Lesleyanna-p2g]

Thank you Sir for this gentle and concise video......exactly how many of us love to learn, no frenetic stupidity or horrible music!, love from new zealand ex pat. Xx

[@eben4reel934]

I can’t believe I actually found this video!! I accidentally planted a foxglove years ago. It was so beautiful I harvested the seeds. I found zero info online - everything read, “foxgloves are very hard to winter.” This video is amazing and easy to follow. Thank you! 💙

[@LearnHow2]

I'm so glad it was helpful! Keep safe.

[@andrewspencer4843]

Excellent with the relaxing sounds of birdsong and rain on glass. Great tutorial.

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Andrew. Glad you enjoyed it! Keep safe.

[@janettidswell2092]

I sowed some Foxglove 'Alba' Sunday, 6/8 after following your video. Already germinated and still under cover of plastic bag. Just waiting for leaves now and will continue as per your video. Once planted into second seed tray as young plants, can they be kept in a plastic greenhouse over winter, or is that too cold. You are my 'go to' channel now. Learning so much, happy to say. 💐

[@aidanminnick9306]

So helpful! I love the format and how you showed the growth at every stage.

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Aiden. I'm so glad you liked it. Keep safe.

[@Meike164]

This has to be my favorite flower.

[@LearnHow2]

Its a beautiful flower and great for the wildlife. Keep safe.

[@haitch04]

Just seen this video, it's a very good "how to" from sowing the seeds to pricking out and planting on. Showing the finished plants in bloom is great. Many thanks.

[@LearnHow2]

Thank you so much for taking time to express your appreciation. Keep safe.

[@robzaphy]

This is the best video i have come across all the others dont make it clear if to leave foxglove outside in the ground all winter. Thank you for confirming this.

[@LearnHow2]

Wow, thank you for your appreciation. Glad it helped you.

[@clarkorion197]

This is invaluable, visually clarifies every step along the way and success rates; no beating around the bush or additional complication, best educational guide I've seen thus far. Its lifespan is a bit of a drawn-out process but a beautiful plant that needs a bit of help re-introducing into the countryside. Much appreciated!! P.s. have you experimented with germination rates through prior dry or moist stratification; "lazy" scattering seeds around directly onto the outside soil; different seed packet brands; same year flowering varieties; and not covering the seeds with a layer of compost as they need light for germination? Just curious to learn about the variations if there's any.

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Clark. Thank you for your appreciation. Unfortunately I have not been able to experiment as I have limited time and have to spread it across my many gardening activities. When I retire I would like to do more studying and experimentation. Keep safe.

[@saltlifegull4091]

This video is so good I watch it over and over. Excited, got my first seed pods and revisited your how to video again. Thanks for teaching--awesome instructor:)

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Leah. Thank you for your kind words and appreciation.Good luck with your growing and keep safe.

[@janesanford2701]

This was down to earth and I understood what you were saying. Thanks very much. Foxgloves are magical and very important for bees.

[@LearnHow2]

Thanks for your appreciation. Mine were very popular with the bees - it was great to see.

[@anafindlay4036]

Your tutorial was very thorough and the images were absolutely beautiful ❤️ Thank you

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Ana. Thank you for your appreciation and kind comments. Keep safe.

[@Aduder999]

Can't wait to see mine Bloom next year. First time growing them and I followed this video to the letter. They're coming on a treat. Thanks for the great video

[@LearnHow2]

Wonderful! They are beautiful flowers. Keep safe.

[@nailaahmadUK]

This is the best video I have ever seen. Thank you very much for the tutorial.

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Naila.You're very welcome!

[@jmkscorpio4291]

Many thanks for making this video. Easy step by step instructions. My foxglove seeds have just germinated and now I know how to do the next step.

[@LearnHow2]

Glad it was helpful!

[@alejandroalcala3146]

love watching plant videos. I always hear people say water before separating makes it easier, but that's not the truth, and if your using coconut coir separating without watering makes it extremely easy to separate. Well nice video and take care folks

[@suehorley6059]

So helpful you are good in explaining..I learned so much..God bless you❤.

[@robertmajeski2503]

That was the best presentation of growing sequence I have seen.

[@LearnHow2]

Oh thank you very much. Your kind comment is much appreciated.

[@kathleenmansfield2683]

So clear and easy to understand. I'm going to give it a try now. Thanks so much from Sydney, Australia.

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Kathleen. That is great to hear! Good luck with your growing and keep safe.

[@maitabasa7693]

Thanks so much for this informative video how to. I didn't know they're toxic will enjoy the flowers from a distance

[@LearnHow2]

Glad it was helpful!

[@charissahenderson8747]

Awesome! I'm having trouble growing my foxgloves from seed so this is a great guide!

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Charissa. Glad it was helpful! Thank you for your appreciation.

[@tarmaralyndsey]

Do you need to cut back the first year's foliage in the early spring, just before they break dormancy for their second year? Your videos are great and clear to understand. Thank you.

[@sunitajoseph6575]

Very nice step by step guide. Very useful for a beginner like me. Would love if you could include which is the ideal month to start the seeds in the UK.

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Sunita. You can start between March and July.

[@sunitajoseph6575]

LearnHow2 thank you for the reply 👍

[@sunitajoseph6575]

Thanks to your videos I have my first foxglove in bloom started from seed. Thank you for giving me the confidence to start and grow plants from seed. Looking forward to starting many other seeds following your step by step guide. Looking forward to seeing more of your videos especially growing cottage garden favourites like hollyhock, Penstemon, delphinium etc.

[@SheWhoWalksWithLucifer6]

I'm so excited to start my poison garden. I already got the foxglove and lily of the valley. Just gotta get the wolfsbane, henbane, belladonna, angels trumpet, etc. Ooooo it's gonna be so cool ☠️🥀

[@joannesmith3991]

so nice to see a good clear understanding video , also with no annoying music behind it thanks

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Joanne. Thank you very much for your appreciation. Keep safe.

[@Quagmi]

Great video, thank you! I know not to look for foxglove flowers in my small wildflower garden now - I collected some seeds last year from a nearby woodland, hoping that they would flower this summer. Looks like I'll have to wait another year...

[@LearnHow2]

Thanks for your appreciation! Good luck with your growing and keep safe.

[@sunkat76]

Thank you for being succint clear and focusing on the plant. Very good example. New subbie.

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Kate. Thanks for your appreciation and for subbing! Keep safe.

[@sunkat76]

@@LearnHow2 thank you keep safe too.

[@brianingram1834]

Really interesting. I lost most of my foxgloves as I didn't know what to do. Thanks.

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Brian. Thank you for your appreciation. Good luck with your growing!

[@lorraineharris243]

Thankyou for sharing your expertise, I now have the confidence to get sowing, your foxgloves are stunning, 👍

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Lorraine. So nice of you! Good luck with your growing!

[@mn4169]

Simple and clear tutorial. I grow in trays and some seeds I throw out in the flowerbeds. Both work.

[@LearnHow2]

Thanks for your advice.

[@83belu]

Brilliant video, to the point, all stages captured. Thank you.

[@LearnHow2]

Glad you enjoyed it! Keep safe.

[@markeecoward]

Great video, im just about at the stage where i can thin mine out. When i plant them out what kind of space should i leave between the plants?

[@LearnHow2]

Plant them out any time in summer when they are the size shown in step 6 in the video. Spacing 2ft between plants. Keep safe.

[@rachaelbennett975]

Boringly simple video.A masterpiece.Thanks

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Rachael. Glad you liked it!

[@rachaelbennett975]

@@LearnHow2 It's Dave actually I accidentally used my wife's account.Keep up the good work young man.

[@LearnHow2]

@@rachaelbennett975 Sorry Dave!

[@elenasakman]

Very nice video, quick and up to the point in just enough details.

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Elena. Glad you liked it.

[@eamonnszwec2228]

Thank you very much...Best video on foxgloves

[@LearnHow2]

Wow, thanks Eamon! Keep safe.

[@debwalls9405]

Ahhh you make it look easy :) I just cant do the thinning out of any seedlings, I sow the seeds, they germinate well and then you have a massive bunch of seedlings that I cant do!!! Thankyou for a good video. :)

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Deb. Thank you for your appreciation! Why do you have a problem with thinning? Try sowing more thinly ... 'dilute' the seeds with sand before sowing.

[@nrlltf16]

Your videos are really helpful.. Thank you.. Hello from Indonesia🇮🇩 ☺

[@LearnHow2]

Thank you for your appreciation! Hello from the UK and keep safe.

[@vickid9709]

Question: how long did it take from the seedlings to get the bigger leaves? Just wondering when I move them to the new tray for spacing. I’ve been growing mine for about two months now and they’re just now starting their second set. I’ve been coming back and forth to this video periodically to check how I’m doing. 🤭 Oh - and that rain hitting the cover in the background was very soothing. 😌

[@tinalina9008]

Very helpful for a newbie gardener! Thanks!

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Tina. Glad it was helpful!

[@doeharris5363]

Thank you once again. I just love Foxgloves what a delight. Looking forward to your next video. 😊😊😊😊🐱🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Doe. Thank you for your appreciation. This years videos are underway...but cant go any faster than the plants growing time!

[@saltlifegull4091]

Wow, what a beautiful and inspirational video. Exciting! Best part is how you show the plants coming up. I just don't think I could stand to throw any of the seedlings away, however:(

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Leah. Thanks for your appreciation. I'm the same, I cant stand to throw away healthy plants ... so I try to give them to friends and family if I can.

[@zenyrgarden7859]

Hi, this is truly amazing! Yes, pleasse do some delphinium, lupine - these are so mesmerising. Thanks.

[@LearnHow2]

Thanks for your appreciation. I will try to make delphinium and lupine videos this year.

[@mirlamurillo3473]

Wow, what an amazing video. Thank you for your time.

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Mirla. I am so glad you enjoyed it! Keep safe.

[@hischild3759]

So thankful for this toxic warning. Was about to plant them but l have a dog that loves to pull up plants and I won’t take a chance with them.

[@LearnHow2]

Glad to be of help. Keep safe.

[@jhasuarodrigues]

Awesome video. Well explained and Illustrated... Thank you so much

[@LearnHow2]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Happy-tc2jt]

Gorgeous!!!thanks!!so,are they frost Hardy?

[@LearnHow2]

Yes they are!

[@awilson5291]

thank you for this, i was feeling so daunted xx

[@LearnHow2]

Dont worry. Its quite easy.

[@cameron4994]

Do foxgloves have to overwinter or can we start them now for summer blooms in the uk?

[@militarymummymackin]

Such a useful video thank you. Do you this this is possible in a large container?

[@LearnHow2]

Thank you for your appreciation. I think they will grow ok in a large container. Keep safe.

[@DavidBishop-kc1yv]

Great Video but do they keep coming back after the second year?

[@LearnHow2]

Yes they do

[@susanfryer1616]

Love them mine come up self seed every year thankyou

[@LearnHow2]

Yes. Once they are in the ground they come up year after year.

[@tinamarley3295]

I’ve got clumps of seedlings 😮can you help me how to plant them out??❤❤

[@HeiderosesPhotograph]

Thank you so much for this awesome explanation. I just watched a video before that one and they said don't cover the seeds, because foxglove needs light to germinate. Could this be different with the brand of foxglove? I planted last year some seed and the package said the same, do not cover seeds with soil.

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Ann. My mistake - they do need light. Apologies. Keep safe.

[@JudithHembrow]

Beautiful video, thanks for sharing it. Is it possible to grow foxgloves in a north east facing garden ?

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Judith. Thankyou for your appreciation. They grow best in full sun but will also grow in full shade. Give it a go! Keep safe.

[@NurŞahin-b7r]

Sizden öğrendiğim yöntemle yetiştirdim ve bahçem çok güzel oldu. Sonra bir şey daha keşfettim, artık tohumdan ekmiyorum. Uzun gövdenin yanındaki çıkıntı filizleri alıyorum, onları toprağa dikiyorum. Sonraki yıl onlar da çiçek açıyor. Hiç çiçeksiz kalmıyor bahçem.

[@killjoy4540]

Don't breathe in the pollen? How do you avoid that if they are growing in a border what if the wind blows will will the pollen blow around? Just never grown these before and they look pretty but the toxic side is a bit off putting

[@gallagr4]

Great video, thank you

[@LearnHow2]

You are welcome!

[@vanessaeden8174]

Looking forward to watching the Lupins video

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Vanessa. They are growing as I type! Keep safe.

[@محمدعلي-ذ8ع3غ]

beautiful flowers

[@LearnHow2]

Yes the flowers are very beautiful ... and good for the wild life in the garden. Keep safe.

[@ginger_wby]

Great tutorial, thanks & happy growing

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Mark. Thank you for your appreciation!

[@wrightgregson9761]

i mix the fine seeds with a bit of white sugar--makes it easer to spread the seeds more evenly

[@LearnHow2]

Thanks for the tip. I use fine dry sand to dilute the seeds.

[@audreysweeney5338]

Do you need to use a heating pad? They turned out beautiful ❤️

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Audrey. I didnt use a heating pad because I started them indoors in a warm room. You may need a pad if your conditions are cool. Keep safe.

[@elieeid8865]

Thank you for step by step how to plants the foxgloves. Can you show us how to plant the lupine from seeds step by step. And tack you

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Elie. I will add lupine to my list.

[@deirdrehickey2183]

Excellent, thank you 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@LearnHow2]

You're very welcome Dierdre! Keep safe.

[@Alicechwan]

Thank you! Excited to sow my seeds now :)

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Alice. Thank you for your appreciation. Good luck with your growing!

[@TSD0416]

Awesome video. Thank you for the instructions.

[@LearnHow2]

Thank you very much for your positive feedback, much appreciated.

[@johnniejukebox]

very simple guide thanks

[@LearnHow2]

Glad you liked it! Keep safe.

[@netherbird1]

great lessons. thanks you

[@LearnHow2]

Thank you. I appreciated your kind comment.

[@bobmarley6161]

Hi.. Can I just plant them straight outdoors into my garden and a patch where I want them to grow... Best regards and stay safe

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Bob. Yes you can. Sprinkle a few seeds where you want them and then thin them out once they start growing. Keep safe.

[@bobmarley6161]

@@LearnHow2 are they easy to transplant when I thin them out... Or do you just dispose off the ones you've thinned out...

[@ggvv936]

Hi I live in Hawaii how can I take care of my foxglove plant am very curious

[@LearnHow2]

Sorry Malia but I have no experience of your climate so cannot give any good advice. Keep safe.

[@olliemoore11]

I sowed foxglove indoors in mid feb/22. Do I have to wait until Sept to plant out? Can I not plant out in mid May June, July etc. I'm in east coast of Ireland.

[@LearnHow2]

Plant them out when you are ready. No need to wait.

[@dddev641]

Hi, Your videos are great . Can you do a video on lupines , foxgloves , delphiniums and poppies ?

[@LearnHow2]

Thanks for your appreciation. I already have videos on Foxgloves and Poppies. I will look into growing lupines and delphiniums this year.

[@TheAndybrew69]

Found this video after I've just sown seeds and they've germinated. But I've sown far too many seeds per module. Will they still grow big enough to be transplanted? I didn't realise how tiny the seeds were!

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Andy. You should be ok. Transplant the strongest seedlings. Keep safe.

[@syl_22]

The websites say they need light to germinate so wouldn't covering them with soil stop germination?

[@LearnHow2]

I agree but it didnt stop mine. I will add a caption to the video.

[@bartacomuskidd775]

Damnit.. i didnt realize they were 2 year plants. I live in Texas 9a. its hot all year. IM starting seed now in peat pellet, they should be able to put i the ground in march when all frost threat is gone. is it possible they will flower first year? with a long season? for instance, today yesterday it was mid 70' 60's night. we have High 60's-70s this week 2 days of high 30's then high 40's. we get like 8-9 months of warmth.

[@LearnHow2]

They may flower in the first year if they are planted early enough but it is not guaranteed.

[@joeyjojojr.shabadooiiiesq.3736]

They are open pollinated so will it always be a surprise with collected seeds?

[@LearnHow2]

I think the cross-pollination may give you a different plant to the parent. Keep safe.

[@joeyjojojr.shabadooiiiesq.3736]

@@LearnHow2 Thank you for the quick reply

[@saltlifegull4091]

Great video and thank you. Do these need to be planted in spring? I'm in nw Florida and don't know if I should plant the seeds now or wait until later. Help

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Leah. If your climate is warm enough then plant as soon as you can after January otherwise for cooler climates (as here in the UK) plant early March. If you plant early then you may get flowers in the same year (September). Otherwise for late planted seeds you will have to leave the plants in the ground over winter and they will flower early in the following year.

[@charlesbale8376]

Info was appreciated.

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Charles. Thanks for your comment.

[@Georgienne6767]

How does one harvest the seeds from the full-grown foxglove plant.

[@LearnHow2]

I am sorry but I have never done this so cannot give you any advice. Keep safe.

[@patriciareed3510]

The spent flowers will have seed pods, wait till they look “dried out” looking, some pods start to split when ready. Cut the stem and shake it about in your garden or shake over paper and gather like you’d save glitter!

[@christinavernon779]

Is it too late now to do this? It’s mid October.

[@Lina.Initiate]

exactly what i was looking for thank you!

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Lina. Glad to be of help!

[@sarahannaoui9870]

Excellent 👌💖👍💖

[@LearnHow2]

Thank you so much Sara. Keep safe.

[@ductapeaholic]

Everything I've read says you sprinkle the seeds on the surface of the soil. What is going on with that? Even says so on the seed packets.

[@Yoi_01]

can live in a tropical climate

[@carlosbambos]

When you say second year, do you mean the year after that winter or 2 years after? Ta

[@LearnHow2]

Seeds started March Year 1. First flowers May year 2. Just one winter between. Keep safe.

[@carlosbambos]

@@LearnHow2 I'm gonna do that right now!

[@vins6036]

wouldn't it be better to plant them in a modular tray in individual cells?

[@LearnHow2]

There are many ways to grow. This is just one of them. Thanks for your comment.

[@syedshawkethussainrizvi9503]

very informated

[@LearnHow2]

Glad you think so! Keep safe.

[@zarazara1362]

Hi thank you for the video. A quick question do I have to cut back this flower after it loses its flowersb or can I just leave it. Looking forward to your reply

[@noreenhollywood3120]

Zara Zara cut your stems with the dead flowers intact and let it dry. The stem will become brown. The stems contain ‘pods’ of many foxglove seeds as the plant is a ‘self seeder.’

[@debyorkshirelass9674]

Mine have gone crazy😳huge leaves plant base taking over other plants, should I move them to a area of their own so they can reseed themselves without overtaking other plants xxx #wild plant seeds packet.

[@gjulshendancevska2021]

Please help I got up to the step where they just popped up from the soil. .I watered it and 6 hours later they turned from a green to a yellow color and half are gone (probably fall into the soil) will they grow again or do I have to plant more seeds and start over

[@gjulshendancevska2021]

I have the same package as you ..and I leave them in direct sunlight or put them in the shade when they pop up from the soil??

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Gjulshen. Do not over water - the soil should only be moist (not wet or else the plants will drown and rot). Never place in direct sunlight until the plant is well established - the hot sunlight will cause the small plant to lose all its moisture and it dies. Big pants have lots more roots so can draw water out of the soil so they can cope with sunlight.

[@water2mel]

Great tutorial, thank you. I have a question, if you could help please: I've just bought the seeds and it's late january, so it's winter here. I can't wait till mid summer to plant them, lol. What happens if I plant them in a tray now and move them to the garden in april? Will they did? Must I really wait till mid summer?

[@LearnHow2]

Thanks for your appreciation. The plants will grow ok but they will not flower until next spring.

[@water2mel]

@@LearnHow2 thank you very much!

[@natashalion8028]

Thank You!

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Natasha. You're welcome! Keep safe.

[@kings9634]

Hi, thanks for the video I have a dog and cat are these dangerous to them?

[@LearnHow2]

Yes. I believe they are.

[@karinadsouza4929]

What zone are you in? I’m in Canada zone 6b and was wondering if my young plants will flower the next spring after the winter here ... which is upto about -10°C.

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Karina. I live in the UK where winter temperatures get below zero deg C for several weeks and can get as low as -10. The plants survive this. Keep safe.

[@karinadsouza4929]

@@LearnHow2 thanks for your quick response.

[@CountTrader]

My foxglove seedlings aren’t looking so hot. I’m starting them indoors under some good full spectrum LED grow lights, but they’re very tall and leggy. They’re over an inch tall with only the first two leaves on them. They fall over when watering with a spray bottle. I thought a fan would help them strengthen up, but I’m not sure if that will dry them out or hurt them. Any pointers? Should I trash them and start a new tray of them?

[@LearnHow2]

Hi Billy. My experience of Leggy plants is that the light has been too weak or to little light. The plant grows tall to try to reach the light and then cant support its weight. This often happens indoors in winter months when light is low so I suspect your LED light is not up to the job. I would start again trying to give them as much sunlight as you can. Keep safe.

[@CountTrader]

@@LearnHow2 Thanks for the advice! Do you think more hours per day of my current grow lights would make a difference? I’ve been doing 12 hours on and 12 hours off. I’m wondering if maybe 18 or 20 hours on per day would help, or do they just need more light during that 12 hours.

[@LearnHow2]

@@CountTrader Plants need a light/dark cycle to grow properly. I think going up to 18 hours would be ok as it replicates a summers day but also give them 6 hours dark to 'rest'. However I think more light in the 12 hours would be a better thing.

[@teresa43647]

My seedlings aren’t growing too well. Any tips on that?

[@LearnHow2]

What has happened so far? Light, heat and water are the things to look at. Keep safe

[@yaboisheldon5512]

Great video as per usual!

[@LearnHow2]

Thanks for your comment. Its always good to know people appreciate the time and effort that goes into making these videos.

[@angelduenas4796]

How many days should it take to germinate

[@LearnHow2]

It takes about 2 weeks. Keep safe.