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Biiennial Echium Rose Bedder

Biiennial Echium Rose Bedder

Echium Rose Bedder Flowers

Echium Seeds - Rose Bedder

1000 Seeds

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4.99

2000 Seeds

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8.99

SEASON

Biennial

USDA ZONES

3 - 8

HEIGHT

16 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Late spring to late summer

BLOOM COLOR

Rose

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Well drained sandy loam

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

HOUSE PLANT

No

SEASON

Biennial

USDA ZONES

3 - 8

HEIGHT

16 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Late spring to late summer

BLOOM COLOR

Blue

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Well drained sandy loam

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

HOUSE PLANT

No

SEASON

Biennial

USDA ZONES

3 - 8

HEIGHT

16 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Late spring to late summer

BLOOM COLOR

White

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Well drained sandy loam

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

HOUSE PLANT

No

About...

Viper's Bugloss (Echium Plantagineum Rose Bedder) - If you have a wildlife garden and want to attract beneficial insects, start Echium seeds and grow these lovely, nectar-rich flowers. Often referred to as Viper's Bugloss, these flowering plants grown from flower seeds have masses of bright rose, upturned bell-like flowers that grow in clusters along branching stems covered with bristly grey hairs.

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ABOUT

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Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

60 - 70F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

14 - 21 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

No

DEPTH

1/4 inch

SOWING RATE

2 - 3 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

12 inches

CARE & MAINTENANCE

Viper's Bugloss (Echium Plantagineum Rose Bedder) - If you have a wildlife garden and want to attract beneficial insects, start Echium seeds and grow these lovely, nectar-rich flowers. Often referred to as Viper's Bugloss, these flowering plants grown from flower seeds have masses of bright rose, upturned bell-like flowers that grow in clusters along branching stems covered with bristly grey hairs. Echium Rose Bedder plants are not picky about soil, and they are lovely in flower beds, borders or containers.

It is recommended to sow Echium seeds directly outdoors once frost danger has passed. In a prepared seedbed with loosened soil that is free of weeds, so the flower seed and cover with soil. Keep the Viper's Bugloss seeds moist until germination occurs. Echium Rose Bedder seeds can be sown successively for continual blooms. Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continued blooming. If a few flowers are allowed to go to seed, Viper's Bugloss will re-seed itself for next year. It is recommended to wear gloves when handling Echium plants as it can be a skin irritant.

Common Questions

Q

Where does this plant work well in landscapes?

A

The echium plant works great for beds and borders, cottage gardens, coastal gardens, gravel gardens, mediterranean gardens as well as prairies.

Q

Do I need to deadhead my echium plants?

A

Deadheading will extend your bloom season up to four months.

Q

Will this plant irritate my skin when handling?

A

Yes, you should wear gloves and other protective gear when handling. Also, all parts of this plant can cause stomach upset if ingested.

Q

What are some good companion plants for Echium?

A

Plants such as dahlia, catchfly (silene) and cosmos all look lovely with echium plants.

Q

Will plants attract pollinators?

A

Yes, butterflies are attracted to the echium flowers.

Q

Can I use it in containers?

A

Yes, the viper bugloss looks beautiful in mixed borders and containers.

ABOUT

FAQ's

VIDEOS

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

60 - 70F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

14 - 21 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

No

DEPTH

1/4 inch

SOWING RATE

2 -3 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

12 inches

CARE & MAINTENANCE

Viper's Bugloss (Echium Plantagineum Blue Bedder) - If you want a plant that is rich in nectar and that attracts beneficial insects, start Echium seeds and marvel at how well-loved these plants are. Commonly called Viper's Bugloss, Echium is one of the best flowers for bees and is a source of wonderful honey.

Beautiful in containers

Viper's Bugloss plants are bushy and compact with medium green leaves, and they look beautiful in summer beds, borders, and containers.

echium blue bedder flowers

Echium seed | blue bedder

How to grow

How To Grow Viper's Bugloss From Seed: It is recommended to sow Echium seeds directly outdoors once frost danger has passed. In a prepared seedbed with loosened soil that is free of weeds, sow the flower seed and cover with soil. Keep the Viper's Bugloss seeds moist until germination occurs.

Echium Blue Bedder seeds can be sown successively for continual blooms. Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continued blooming. If a few flowers are allowed to go to seed, Viper's Bugloss will re-seed itself for next year. It is recommended to wear gloves when handling Echium plants as it can be a skin irritant.

Sowing Rate: 3 - 4 seeds per plant
Average Germ Time: 14 - 21 days
Keep moist until germination
Attracts bees and butterflies
Depth: 1/4 inch

vipers bugloss blue

Flower Specifications

Native to the Mediterranean, Echium Blue Bedder plants have masses of bright blue, upturned, bell-like flowers in clusters along branching stems covered with bristly grey hairs. The plants are easy, resilient and not fussy about soil.

Height: 16 inches
USDA Zones: 3 - 8
Season: Biennial
Deer Resistant: Yes

Common Questions

Q

Where does this plant work well in landscapes?

A

The echium plant works great for beds and borders, cottage gardens, coastal gardens, gravel gardens, mediterranean gardens as well as prairies.

Q

Do I need to deadhead my echium plants?

A

Deadheading will extend your bloom season up to four months.

Q

Will this plant irritate my skin when handling?

A

Yes, you should wear gloves and other protective gear when handling. Also, all parts of this plant can cause stomach upset if ingested.

Q

What are some good companion plants for Echium?

A

Plants such as dahlia, catchfly (silene) and cosmos all look lovely with echium plants.

Q

Will plants attract pollinators?

A

Yes, butterflies are attracted to the echium flowers.

Q

Can I use it in containers?

A

Yes, the viper bugloss looks beautiful in mixed borders and containers.

ABOUT

FAQ's

VIDEOS

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

60 - 70F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

14 - 21 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

No

DEPTH

1/4 inch

SOWING RATE

2 - 3 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

12 inches

CARE & MAINTENANCE

Viper's Bugloss (Echium Plantagineum White Bedder) - A native of the Mediterranean, Echium seeds are grown to produce flowers that are a great food source for beneficial insects. Echium White Bedder plants grown from flower seeds have masses of bright white upturned bell-like flowers that form in clusters along branching stems covered with bristly grey hairs. The bushy compact plants have medium green leaves and look beautiful in summer beds and borders. Bees and butterflies love this bountiful white flowered bloomer, and it is also deer proof. Echium Plantagineum is also known as Viper's Bugloss.

It is recommended to sow Echium seeds directly outdoors once frost danger has passed. In a prepared seedbed with loosened soil that is free of weeds, so the flower seed and cover with soil. Keep the Viper's Bugloss seeds moist until germination occurs. Echium White Bedder seeds can be sown successively for continual blooms. Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continued blooming. If a few flowers are allowed to go to seed, Viper's Bugloss will re-seed itself for next year. It is recommended to wear gloves when handling Echium plants as it can be a skin irritant.

Common Questions

Q

Where does this plant work well in landscapes?

A

The echium plant works great for beds and borders, cottage gardens, coastal gardens, gravel gardens, mediterranean gardens as well as prairies.

Q

Do I need to deadhead my echium plants?

A

Deadheading will extend your bloom season up to four months.

Q

Will this plant irritate my skin when handling?

A

Yes, you should wear gloves and other protective gear when handling. Also, all parts of this plant can cause stomach upset if ingested.

Q

What are some good companion plants for Echium?

A

Plants such as dahlia, catchfly (silene) and cosmos all look lovely with echium plants.

Q

Will plants attract pollinators?

A

Yes, butterflies are attracted to the echium flowers.

Q

Can I use it in containers?

A

Yes, the viper bugloss looks beautiful in mixed borders and containers.

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