Gardens often hold secrets. I purchased a small foxglove plant May, 2013. Although it did not bloom as promised that year, the following year it had two beautiful spikes.

May 8, 2012. Newly planted Digitalis purpurea ‘Pam’s Choice’

Following year. May 17, 2014. Digitalis purpurea ‘Pam’s Choice’ (Pam’s Choice Foxglove)

Fast forward seven years. This month I have been guarding a foxglove that appeared unexpectedly, scratching my head as to where it came from. It began opening 3 days ago.

May 23, 2021. Digitalis purpurea ‘Pam’s Choice

May 23, 2021. Digitalis purpurea ‘Pam’s Choice

When I could finally look inside I was able to match it to that long-forgotten one, Digitalis purpurea ‘Pam’s Choice’, back for a visit long overdue.

May 23, 2021. Digitalis purpurea ‘Pam’s Choice

Water drops always make flowers even more intriguing. Sadly these are from my hand watering the garden yesterday. No rain to speak of for two months.)

May 23, 2021. Digitalis purpurea ‘Pam’s Choice’