Pride of Madeira 100 Seeds - Echium fastuosum -Perennial
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Review & Description
Echium fastuosum, syn. Echium candicans, is also known as pride of Madeira, this plant being native to Madeira. It is an evergreen perennial plant that can reach up to 5 - 8 ft (1.50 m - 2.40 m) tall, with spikes of tiny purple-blue flowers appearing in spring. Leaves - This Echium has evergreen lanceolate leaves, that are about 8 in (20 cm) long. Flowers - Dense 2 ft (60 cm) long spikes of tiny purple-blue flowers appear in spring. Culture Echium fastuosum is a showy and perennial plant, that can withstand negative temperatures down to 26 F to 24 F (-3 C to -5 C). It thus can be grown in USDA zones 9 and warmer. Also, this plant can be grown in coastal and windy conditions. Note that leaves and stems may prove slightly skin irritant. So handle with care. Soil - This Echium requires a well-drained ground. Propagation This Echium is easily propagated by seeds.
Product Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #3724 in Lawn & Patio
- Brand: Seed and Things
Features
- This Echium is easily propagated by seeds.
- 100 + Seeds
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