PRIDE OF MADEIRA
Echium candicans (syn. fastuosum)
A fast growing, coastal perennial shrub with spectacular 60cm long, violet blue flower spires, blooming in winter and spring. This frost hardy, evergreen species needs a sunny position with well drained, ordinary soil and a Mediterranean climate. Drought and salt tolerant. Good for embankments. Not to W.A. 25 seeds.
Sowing Instructions
Mix the seeds with a tablespoon of dry sand and sprinkle them onto the soil, press down to ensure good contact and keep moist. Keep warm 21˚-25˚C. Germinates in 4-6 weeks.
Frost Hardy
Perennial
Drought Resistant
Full sun
Sowing Method
Direct, Transplant
Height
2.8m
Spacing/Spread
1.5m
Sowing Periods for PRIDE OF MADEIRA
| J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cool | ||||||||||||
| Temperate | ||||||||||||
| Sub-Tropical/Tropical |
PRIDE OF MADEIRA
Sale price$3.75