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ECHIUM 'Red Rocket'
(E. wildpretii x E. 'Pink Fountain'). 4-6 ft spikes of dark pink-red flowers with blue anthers. Some frost tolerance given shelter and good drainage. Perennial
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HeightTo 2m (6½ft)
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SpreadTo 50cm (20in)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightShort-lived perennial with lance-shaped silver-hairy leaves to 20cm (8in) long
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Hardy - average winterHardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F)Borderline
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Full sun
ECHIUM 'Red Rocket'
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Additional FeaturesGood to knowWildlife plant - insectsPests & DiseasesSlugs on young growthPlace of originGarden origin
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HardinessFully hardyBorderline
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Seasonal InterestAutumnSpringSummerWinter
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Soil ConditionsFertile well drained soilModerately fertile
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Toxic - Category CSkin irritant(People & Pets)
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WildlifeBee friendlyButterfly friendly
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Echium - Growing Guide
to 2m (6½ft)
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