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Vitax Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser 0.9 kg

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Additional Plant Details

Good to know - attractive to insects.
Pests & Diseases - slugs attack new growth - in greenhouse whiteflies and red spider mites can be problemmatical
Place of Origin - Madeira
Toxicity: May cause skin allergy or irritant - Having skin or eye contact with these plants could result in an allergic reaction, burning or rash.

Delivery Information

Now is our busy spring period - orders are being packed 6 days a week, however please remember it may be 10 days before you RECEIVE your plants.

Orders can also be collected in person from our Nurseries, or some of our shows - just tell us during the checkout process.

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ECHIUM fastuosum

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Annual borage, Pride of Madeira

(candicans) - medium bushy shrub with grey-green foliage and short spikes of bluish flowers

Burncoose Catalogue Code

Evergreen

Medium Shrub - Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height - lance-shaped leaves 15-25cm (6-10in) long. Dense, cylindrical flower spikes to 30cm (12in) long of funnel-shaped flowers.

Hardiness Rating

Fully hardy to Frost tender - Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) but plants could be possibly damaged below 5°C (41°F) - in frosty areas protect with horticultural fleece.

Will grow outside in milder locations - This could include plants which would survive happily in a greenhouse or conservatory if not in a mild location. If you have a sheltered spot in your garden then it may do well here. - potting compost and full light for greenhouse conditions.