Echium amoenum (Red Feathers)


Michael's Opinion

I love Echium's and this plant is one more reason to love them and grow them.

Botanical Information

FamilyBoraginaceae
GenusEchium
Speciesamoenum
CategoryPerennials
OriginNative to Iran and the Caucasus Mountains.

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone3-9
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Height15 - 30 cm
Spread30 - 45 cm
GrowthMedium
Flowering PeriodMay, June

Description and Growing Information

ShapeThis plant forms low growing mounds of narrow dark green foliage and feathery flowering spikes (hence the common name).
LandscapeMakes a good ground cover or even a container plant.
PestsThis plant is deer resistant.
Notable SpecimensThe A. M. Cuddy Gardens, Strathroy, Ontario, Canada.

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