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ECHIUM pininana 'Blue Steeple'

Commonly known as Tree echium

Biennial producing an eyecatching spire of masses of blue flowers
Further Reading....
  • Evergreen
    Elliptic-lance-shaped, densely and roughly, silver-hairy leaves to 7cm (2¾in) long.
  • Blue
  • Height
    To 4m (13ft)
  • Spread
    90cm (36in)
  • Herbaceous
    Early in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.
    Rosette-forming biennial or short-lived perennial. Usually flowers in second or third year sending up a spire of funnel-shaped flowers with large bracts
  • Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winter
    Hardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°F)
  • Full sun
    Shelter from strong winds

ECHIUM pininana 'Blue Steeple'

 
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
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Seeds may be available, check buying options below.

  • Additional Features
    Architectural interest
    Good to know
    Wildlife plant. Attracts butterflies and other insects
    Pests & Diseases
    Slugs on young growth
    Place of origin
    Garden origin
  • Flower Shape
    Spikes
    To 4m (13ft) long
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Border
    Suitable for the back of a large border
  • Hardiness
    Frost hardy (down to -5)
  • Seasonal Interest
    Autumn
    Spring
    Summer
    Winter
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile well drained soil
    Moderately fertile
  • Toxic - Category C
    Skin irritant
    People and pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents
  • Wildlife
    Bee friendly
    Butterfly friendly
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Echium - Growing Guide
Herbaceous Plants - Video Collection

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