Purple False Foxglove is an annual wildflower with delicate, purple-pink flowers that bloom in late summer. It is partially parasitic, drawing nutrients from the roots of grasses and other plants.
Best time to see a Purple False Foxglove
The best time to see a Purple False Foxglove is August–September, when about 76% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 3,229 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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