| Management number | 228818405 | Release Date | 2026/05/31 | List Price | US$10.80 | Model Number | 228818405 | ||
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Tower of Jewels (Echium wildpretii) is a stunning biennial plant from the Boraginaceae family, native to the Canary Islands. This cool-season grower can reach heights up to 10 feet (3m) in its second year, producing spectacular salmon-red blooms that spiral up from a blue-gray rosette of foliage.Growing Requirements:- USDA Hardiness Zones: 9-10- Light: Full sun- Soil: Well-draining, sandy and gritty soil (cactus soil mix is ideal)- Water: Moderate watering, drought tolerant- Temperature: Can tolerate down to 20F (-6C) but requires protection at low temperatures- Maturity: Biennial flowering cycleGrowing Instructions:Seeds can be started indoors several weeks before spring. Keep soil moist until germination. Once temperatures become mild, seedlings can be transplanted outdoors in a sunny location. For summer care, provide regular watering to help produce a strong, stable flowering spire. The plant will self-seed easily if overwintered correctly.Note: Due to state import laws, this plant cannot be shipped to California or Arizona. Plant comes fully rooted in a 3.5" pot. This plant attracts hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies and produces abundant nectar.
| ASIN | B0F3BM479G |
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| Color | Green |
| Soil Type | Very Well Draining Soil |
| Brand Name | Generic |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Item Weight | 0.7 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | Pachyfolia Plants |
| Moisture Needs | Low Watering Needs |
| Number of Pieces | 1 |
| Material Features | Fully Rooted |
| Sunlight Exposure | Full Sun |
| Container Material | plastic |
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 9+ |
| Indoor Outdoor Usage | Outdoor |
| Expected Plant Height | 6 Feet |
| Expected Blooming Period | Summer to Fall |
| Expected Planting Period | Spring, Summer, Fall |
| Product Care Instructions | Full sun, Moderate water. Plant in cactus soil or sandy, gritty well-draining soil. Keep seeds moist until germination. Can tolerate down to 20°F with protection. Regular watering in summer helps produce strong spire. Not suitable for direct sun after shipping until acclimated. |
| Plant or Animal Product Type | Pollinator Plant |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Air Purification, Deer Resistant, Hard to find. Rare!, Towers of red blooms! |
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