Agalinis tenuifolia Slender False Foxglove Native Wildflower 250 Seeds

Agalinis tenuifolia, commonly known as Slender False Foxglove, is a delicate native annual wildflower that brings fine texture and late-season color to meadows, prairies, and pollinator gardens. Its slender, branching stems rise to about 1-2 feet tall, adorned with narrow, bright green leaves and small, tubular pink to purple flowers that bloom from late summer into fall. These nectar-rich blooms are highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects, making this species a valuable addition to wildlife-friendly plantings.

Slender False Foxglove is well-suited to naturalized areas, native plant gardens, and restoration projects. It thrives in open, sunny sites and tolerates a range of soil conditions, though it performs best in moist, well-drained soils. As a native annual, it may self-seed in suitable environments, providing seasonal interest year after year.

Plant Features

• Native annual wildflower with slender, airy growth habit
• Produces small, tubular pink to purple flowers in late summer and fall
• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators
• Ideal for prairie plantings, meadows, and pollinator gardens
• Provides late-season nectar when many other plants have finished blooming

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Agalinis tenuifolia
• Plant Type: Annual wildflower
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Moist, well-drained soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil consistently moist during establishment
• Growth Habit: Upright, slender, branching
• Bloom Season: Late summer to fall
• Mature Height: Approximately 1-2 feet
• Spacing: 12-18 inches apart

Planting & Care

Sow seeds in a prepared seedbed after the danger of frost has passed, or start indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost. Lightly press seeds into the soil surface; do not cover deeply, as light aids germination. Keep the soil evenly moist until seedlings emerge. Once established, thin seedlings to the recommended spacing to encourage healthy growth.

Slender False Foxglove requires minimal maintenance. Water during extended dry periods to keep plants thriving, especially while they are young. Allow flowers to mature and set seed to encourage natural reseeding for future seasons. Avoid excessive fertilization, as rich soils can promote leggy growth at the expense of blooms.

What's Included

250 seeds of Agalinis tenuifolia (Slender False Foxglove).