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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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Evergreen - lance-shaped, white-hairy leaves 15-25cm (6-10in) long
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Height - 1.5-2.5m (5-8ft) -
Spread - 1.5-2m (5-6½ft)
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Medium shrub - Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height - dense, 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) -
Full sun -
May cause skin allergy or irritant - Having skin or eye contact with these plants could result in an allergic reaction, burning or rash. -
Additional Features - 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 -
Flower Shape - Spikes - - dense spikes to 30cm (12in) long
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Garden Location/Conditions - Coastal / windswept -
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Hardiness - Tender (greenhouse & conservatory) -
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Seasonal Interest - Autumn -
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Soil Conditions - Fertile well drained soil -
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Wildlife - Bee friendly - -
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Echium - Growing Guide
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1.5-2.5m (5-8ft)
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