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Tower Of Jewels

Echium Wildpretii

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Overview

Echium wildpretii, the captivating Tower of Jewels, stars in drought-tolerant landscapes with its colossal spire, reaching 5 to 8 feet. Native to the Canary Islands, this biennial showcases dense crimson to pink flowers in its second year. Hardy in USDA zones 9-11, it thrives in well-drained soils and full sun, attracting bees and hummingbirds. Its dramatic bloom spike offers a spectacular focal point, with minimal water once established.

Sun FullWater LowZones 9–11Type PerennialClimate Mediterranean
Tower Of Jewels (Echium Wildpretii) — Native to the Canary Islands, this biennial showcases dense crimson to pink flowers in its second year; due, image 49

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Low
USDA zones
9–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Boraginaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Tower Of Jewels (Echium Wildpretii) — the captivating Tower of Jewels
Tower Of Jewels (Echium Wildpretii) — making it a favored choice for both its ornamental appeal and ease of care
Tower Of Jewels (Echium Wildpretii) — scientifically named Echium wildpretii
Tower Of Jewels (Echium Wildpretii) — each measuring approximately 12 to 16 inches in length; pink and red flowers in the garden, image 56
Tower Of Jewels (Echium Wildpretii) — the captivating Tower of Jewels; hardy in USDA zones 9-11, it thrives in well-drained soils and full sun, attracting bees
Tower Of Jewels (Echium Wildpretii) — Its dramatic bloom spike offers a spectacular focal point, with minimal water once established; echium, image 51
Tower Of Jewels (Echium Wildpretii) — Echium wildpretii develops a rosette of long; tubular flowers that range from deep rose to red, image 55
Tower Of Jewels (Echium Wildpretii) — stars in drought-tolerant landscapes with its colossal spire
Tower Of Jewels (Echium Wildpretii) — the captivating Tower of Jewels; hardy in USDA zones 9-11, it thrives in well-drained soils and full sun, image 47
Tower Of Jewels (Echium Wildpretii) — Native to the Canary Islands, this biennial showcases dense crimson to pink flowers in its second year
Tower Of Jewels (Echium Wildpretii) — towering spike of densely packed; note that Echium wildpretii can be susceptible to root rot in soggy soils
Tower Of Jewels (Echium Wildpretii) — attracting a host of bees and butterflies; each measuring approximately 12 to 16 inches in length
Tower Of Jewels (Echium Wildpretii) — situate the Tower of Jewels in a location that receives full sun exposure and has well-draining soil
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