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Red Feathers Echium

Echium amoenum

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Abundant spire-like spikes of deep rusty-red blooms in spring. Will rebloom all summer if deadheaded. Removing spent flowers quickly also reduces the risk this plant reseeding where you don't want it. Compact, clump form with green, hairy, lance-shaped foliage. Be sure to dead head/trim this plant in late summer or early fall down to basal foliage.
Hardy to -30°F
Maximum Elevation: 6,500 ft.

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Description Abundant spire-like spikes of deep rusty-red blooms in spring. Will rebloom all summer if deadheaded. Removing spent flowers quickly also reduces the risk this plant reseeding where you don't want it. Compact, clump form with green, hairy, lance-shaped foliage. Be sure to dead head/trim this plant in late summer or early fall down to basal foliage. Hardy to -30°F Maximum Elevation: 6,500 ft.
SKU ECH-RFE
Flower Color Group Red
Flowering Season Spring, Summer
USDA Hardiness Zone 4, 5, 6, 7
Growth Rate Fast
Water Needs Low, Moderate
Light Needs Partial Shade, Full Sun
Mature Height 12-16 in.
Mature Width 6-10 in.
Mature Size (generic) PERENNIAL (1-2 Ft. Tall)
Name Red Feathers Echium