Daylily vs Foxglove

Side-by-side plant comparison — which is right for your garden?

Daylily

Hemerocallis spp.

Asparagaceae · flowers

EdibleLow Maintenance

Foxglove

Digitalis purpurea

Plantaginaceae · flowers

Deer ResistantLow Maintenance

Hardiness Zone Range

Daylily (Zones 3-10)

Foxglove (Zones 4-8)

Overlap: Both grow in zones 4–8

Detailed Comparison

Feature	Daylily	Foxglove
Scientific Name	Hemerocallis spp.	Digitalis purpurea
Family	Asparagaceae	Plantaginaceae
Category	flowers	flowers
Sun	☀️ Full Sun to Part Shade	⛅ Part Shade
Water	💧💧 Medium	💧💧 Medium
Soil	Adaptable	Rich, Moist
Height	3'	5'
Spread	2'	1' 6"
Bloom Season	Summer	Late Spring-Summer
Bloom Color	Yellow, Orange, Red, Pink	Purple, Pink, White
Growth Rate	Fast	Fast
Native Region	East Asia	Europe
Maintenance	Low	Low

Special Traits

Daylily

Yes — EdibleNo — Deer ResistantNo — Drought Tolerant

Foxglove

No — EdibleYes — Deer ResistantNo — Drought Tolerant

Care Tips

Daylily

✓Remove spent scapes after blooming.
✓Divide every 3-5 years when clumps become crowded.
✓Virtually pest and disease free.

Foxglove

✓Let self-seed for continuous display.
✓Plant in drifts for best effect.
✓Remove unwanted seedlings.
✓Wear gloves when handling.
✓Thrives in woodland edge conditions.

Which Plant Is Right for Your Garden?

Choose Daylily if you want a low-maintenance plant. It thrives in full sun to part shade with medium water in zones 3–10.

Choose Foxglove if you want a low-maintenance plant, and want deer resistance. It thrives in part shade with medium water in zones 4–8.

Plant them together? Both overlap in zones 4–8. However, they have different sun needs, so plan your garden layout carefully.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can Daylily and Foxglove grow in the same hardiness zone?

Daylily grows in USDA zones 3-10, while Foxglove grows in zones 4-8. Both plants can grow together in zones 4 through 8.

Do Daylily and Foxglove have the same sun and water needs?

Daylily needs full sun to part shade and medium water, while Foxglove needs part shade and medium water. Their differing requirements mean you may need separate garden areas for each.

Which grows taller, Daylily or Foxglove?

Foxglove grows taller at 5' compared to Daylily at 3'. Foxglove spreads 1' 6" while Daylily spreads 2'.

Are Daylily and Foxglove deer resistant?

Foxglove is deer resistant, but Daylily is not. If deer are a concern, Foxglove is the better choice, or protect Daylily with fencing.

Which is easier to maintain, Daylily or Foxglove?

Both Daylily and Foxglove have low maintenance requirements. They need a similar level of care including regular attention to watering, pruning, and soil health.

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Detailed Comparison

Feature	Daylily	Foxglove
Scientific Name	Hemerocallis spp.	Digitalis purpurea
Family	Asparagaceae	Plantaginaceae
Category	flowers	flowers
Sun	☀️ Full Sun to Part Shade	⛅ Part Shade
Water	💧💧 Medium	💧💧 Medium
Soil	Adaptable	Rich, Moist
Height	3'	5'
Spread	2'	1' 6"
Bloom Season	Summer	Late Spring-Summer
Bloom Color	Yellow, Orange, Red, Pink	Purple, Pink, White
Growth Rate	Fast	Fast
Native Region	East Asia	Europe
Maintenance	Low	Low

Care Tips

Daylily

✓Remove spent scapes after blooming.
✓Divide every 3-5 years when clumps become crowded.
✓Virtually pest and disease free.

Foxglove

✓Let self-seed for continuous display.
✓Plant in drifts for best effect.
✓Remove unwanted seedlings.
✓Wear gloves when handling.
✓Thrives in woodland edge conditions.

Which Plant Is Right for Your Garden?

Choose Daylily if you want a low-maintenance plant. It thrives in full sun to part shade with medium water in zones 3–10.

Choose Foxglove if you want a low-maintenance plant, and want deer resistance. It thrives in part shade with medium water in zones 4–8.

Plant them together? Both overlap in zones 4–8. However, they have different sun needs, so plan your garden layout carefully.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Daylily and Foxglove grow in the same hardiness zone?

Daylily grows in USDA zones 3-10, while Foxglove grows in zones 4-8. Both plants can grow together in zones 4 through 8.

Do Daylily and Foxglove have the same sun and water needs?

Daylily needs full sun to part shade and medium water, while Foxglove needs part shade and medium water. Their differing requirements mean you may need separate garden areas for each.

Which grows taller, Daylily or Foxglove?

Foxglove grows taller at 5' compared to Daylily at 3'. Foxglove spreads 1' 6" while Daylily spreads 2'.

Are Daylily and Foxglove deer resistant?

Foxglove is deer resistant, but Daylily is not. If deer are a concern, Foxglove is the better choice, or protect Daylily with fencing.

Which is easier to maintain, Daylily or Foxglove?

Both Daylily and Foxglove have low maintenance requirements. They need a similar level of care including regular attention to watering, pruning, and soil health.