ECHIUM russicum

Grey-green leaves with spikes of dark red flowers.
  • Evergreen
    Lance-shaped to narrowly elliptic, mid-green leaves to 15cm (6in) long
  • Height
    90cm (36in)
  • Spread
    30cm (12in)
  • Herbaceous
    Early in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.
    Bushy, upright, bristly biennial.Produces flowers in short, dense spikes 30cm (12in) long
  • Hardy - average winter
    Hardy 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)
  • Full sun

ECHIUM russicum

 

 

  • Additional Features
    Good to know
    Wildlife plant - insects
    Pests & Diseases
    Slugs
    Place of origin
    Eastern Central and southeastern Europe
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Border
    Suitable for a herbaceous border
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • Seasonal Interest
    Summer
  • Soil Conditions
    Well drained, dry, poor to moderately fertile soil
  • Toxic - Category C
    Skin irritant
    People and pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents
  • Wildlife
    Bee friendly
    Butterfly friendly
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90cm (36in)
 Herbaceous - guide for size not form Watering Can
  30cm (12in)
  

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