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ECHIUM fastuosum
Commonly known as Pride of Madeira

(candicans) - medium bushy shrub with grey-green foliage and short spikes of bluish flowers
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Good to know
Wildlife plant. Attracts bees, butterflies and other insects -
Pests & Diseases
Slugs attack new growth - in greenhouse whiteflies and red spider mites can be a problem -
Place of origin
Madeira -
EvergreenLance-shaped, white-hairy leaves 15-25cm (6-10in) long
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Blue
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SpikesDense spikes to 30cm (12in) long
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BorderSuitable for the back of a large border
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Coastal / windswept
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Tender (greenhouse & conservatory)
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Height
1.5-2.5m (5-8ft) -
Spread
1.5-2m (5-6½ft) -
Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightDense, cylindrical flower spikes of funnel-shaped flowers.
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Heated greenhouse - warm temperate
Can be grown outside in summer. Plant can withstand temperatures down to 5°C (41°F) -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Winter Seasonal Interest
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Fertile well drained soil
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Full sun
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skin irritant
People and pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents -
Bee friendly
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Butterfly friendly
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Mature Size1.5-2.5m (5-8ft)
1.5-2m (5-6½ft)
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Echium - Growing Guide