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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
Further Reading....
  • Evergreen
    Lance-shaped, white-hairy leaves 15-25cm (6-10in) long
  • Blue
  • Height
    1.5-2.5m (5-8ft)
  • Spread
    1.5-2m (5-6½ft)
  • Medium shrub
    Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height
    Dense, cylindrical flower spikes of funnel-shaped flowers.
  • Heated greenhouse - warm temperate
    Can be grown outside in summer. Plant can withstand temperatures down to 5°C (41°F)
  • Full sun

ECHIUM fastuosum

 
Seeds £5.00 per packet 
MULTIBUY SAVING

Any 3+ for £4.00 each
Free delivery for this item
Collect only available from our nursery nr Redruth in Cornwall Ready in 3 - 5 days
Delivery Information Normally 3 - 5 days
plant size comparison icon Per Packet
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Available late spring to early summer 2024 - Spring according to the Met Office is defined as March 1st - May 31st. Therefore late spring is mid-April onwards. This is not a guaranteed date but an estimate and subject to availability.
individually £15.00 each , 3+ £13.00 each 
Delivery Information Available late spring to early summer 2024
plant size comparison icon 2 to 3 Litre
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  • 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
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Border
    Suitable for the back of a large border
    Coastal / windswept
  • Hardiness
    Tender (greenhouse & conservatory)
  • Seasonal Interest
    Autumn
    Spring
    Summer
    Winter
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile well drained soil
  • Toxic - Category C
    Skin irritant
    (People & Pets)
  • Wildlife
    Bee friendly
    Butterfly friendly
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Echium - Growing Guide
1.5-2.5m (5-8ft)
 Medium Shrub - guide for size not form Watering Can
  1.5-2m (5-6½ft)
  

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