Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Boraginaceae

Genus:

Echium

Species:

Echium wildpretii

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb , Subshrub

Height:

300 cm

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Colors:

red, pink

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

bees, butterflies

Deer Resistant:

Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days

Germination Time:

14–30 days

Notes:

Seeds benefit from cold stratification for 4-8 weeks to break dormancy; surface sow on well-drained medium and keep moist.

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