Purple Vipers Bugloss

Echium plantagineum, also known as purple viper's bugloss, is a plant native to the Mediterranean region and found in warm temperate areas with winter rainfall. It is a hispid annual or biennial herb that can grow up to about 90 cm high. The plant has basal leaves that are linear-lanceolate to ovate-lanceolate in shape. It is a garden flower with larger flowers and softer hair compared to other similar species. Echiums, including Echium plantagineum, are known for their sun-loving nature and are found in the baking climes of the Mediterranean and North Africa. The plant is a member of the Boraginaceae family and is considered a widespread weed in some regions, where it can form dense monocultures.

Average seeds per pack: 275

Plant spacing: 20x30cm