Genus: Echium can be annuals, biennials, evergreen perennials or shrubs, with simple, coarsely hairy leaves and funnel-shaped flowers borne in panicles or dense spikes in summer.
The Viper’s Bugloss (Echium plantagineum) is a striking, bee-friendly plant, highly valued for its vibrant blue to violet flowers and hardy nature. Originally native to the Mediterranean region, this plant has naturalized in many parts of Europe and is a popular sight in wildflower meadows and natural gardens.
Echium vulgare, commonly referred to as viper’s bugloss and blueweed, is a flowering plant species within the borage family, Boraginaceae. Historically, the root of Echium vulgare was utilized as a remedy for snake or viper bites.
Sowing Tips:
Sowing: Direct sow in spring or fall. It’s recommended to soak the hard-coated seeds overnight in water before sowing. Cover seeds lightly with soil, no deeper than the thickness of the seed.
Soil: Well-drained, dry to moderately moist soil.
Location: Sun to partial shade.
Growth Habit: Upright with a bushy form.
Height: 45 cm.
Blooming Period: May – September.
Flower Color: Blue, Violet.
Uses: Flower beds, wildflower meadows.
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