purple viper's-bugloss
Echium plantagineum
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A showy annual wildflower with vibrant purple-blue flowers arranged in spike-like clusters and hairy, lance-shaped leaves. It thrives in dry conditions and poor soils, making it ideal for naturalized plantings and drought-tolerant gardens.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Family
Native Range
Mediterranean
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
A showy annual wildflower with vibrant purple-blue flowers arranged in spike-like clusters and hairy, lance-shaped leaves. It thrives in dry conditions and poor soils, making it ideal for naturalized plantings and drought-tolerant gardens.
Climate Match for your location
See how well purple viper's-bugloss grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Family
Native Range
Mediterranean
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation