Slender False Foxglove
Agalinis tenuifolia
Last reviewed: June 2026
Agalinis tenuifolia is a native wildflower found across most US states that blooms with small pink tubular flowers from July through September. This slender annual thrives in full sun and dry conditions.
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
8"–24" H × 6"–12" W
Bloom
Jul, Aug, Sep
Native to
AL, AR, CO, CT and 36 more states
Pollinators
bees, butterflies
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Slender false foxglove is a delicate annual wildflower with small pink to purple tubular blooms from July through September. This compact native plant grows 8-24 inches tall with narrow leaves and produces cheerful flowers that attract pollinators during late summer.
Growing Slender False Foxglove
Grow Slender False Foxglove in full sun and low water. Mature plants reach 8 to 24 inches tall and spread 6 to 12 inches wide. Expect low maintenance to keep it looking intentional in a front yard.
In an HOA neighborhood
Slender False Foxglove takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: low. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Works well in: backyard only.
- Annual nature creates gaps in plantings
- Can appear weedy or sparse
- Informal wildflower appearance doesn't suit formal landscapes
Wildlife value
The tubular flowers are particularly valuable for bees and butterflies during the late summer blooming period when many other native flowers have finished.
Common questions
- When does Slender False Foxglove bloom?
- Agalinis tenuifolia blooms from July through September, producing small pink tubular flowers that attract bees and butterflies.
- Where is Slender False Foxglove native?
- This species is native to most US states from coast to coast, including southeastern states like Alabama and Florida, midwestern states like Illinois and Kansas, and northeastern states like Maine and New York.
- What growing conditions does Agalinis tenuifolia prefer?
- Slender False Foxglove thrives in full sun locations with low water availability, making it well-suited for dry prairie, field, and roadside habitats.
- What pollinators visit Slender False Foxglove?
- The tubular pink flowers of Agalinis tenuifolia attract various bees and butterflies during its summer and early fall blooming period.
- Is Slender False Foxglove HOA-friendly?
- Slender False Foxglove takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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