Echium candicans - Pride of Madeira
| Common | Pride of Madeira | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Origin | Madeira Island | ||
| Habit | An evergreen shrub with tall cylindrical flower heads protruding above the soft grey/green foliage | ||
| Uses | A highly ornamental plant in Spring when it's striking large bluish purple spires are in bloom. Use as a feature plant in a sunny position with free draining soil, raised beds and on slopes. The large soft grey leaves arranged in a rosette suit many garden styles including Mediterranean, cottage and native gardens. Also fantastic for encouraging insects into your garden, bees love them. | ||
| Size | 2.5m high x 2m wide | ||
| Position | Full sun in free draining soil - sandy, loam, clay | ||
| Special notes | Low maintenance, minimal water requirements. Doesn't like humidity, drip irrigation is better than a spray. Prune spent flower heads and lightly prune to encourage new growth. |