The Foxglove is a beautiful Irish wildflower found in many habitats. You'll see foxgloves in woodlands, moors, mountains, sea cliffs and gardens.
It thrives on acid soil and quickly colonises recently cleared ground. Foxgloves are sometimes called 'Fairy Thimbles'.
Fun Fact: Although the Foxglove plant is poisonous, it can be harvested for medicinal use. Foxglove contains both digitoxin and digoxin, which are used to treat heart conditions.