Blue Pride of Madeira Seeds produce perennial flowering shrubs known for their striking blue, trumpet-shaped flowers and glossy green foliage. These tropical plants thrive in full sun and well drained soils, making them suitable for garden borders, hedges, and container cultivation. They are hardy in warm climates, attract pollinators, and provide long-lasting seasonal blooms.
Features
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Perennial flowering shrub with blue trumpet-shaped flowers
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Suitable for garden borders, hedges, and containers
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Thrives in full sun and well drained soils
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Attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies
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Long blooming season in warm climates
Specifications
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Scientific Name: Echium candicans
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Common Name (US): Pride of Madeira
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Seed Type / Variety: Blue ornamental flowering variety
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Growth Habit: Upright perennial shrub
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USDA Zones: 9–11
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Planting Season: Spring
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Growing Season: Late spring through fall
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Sowing Season: February–April indoors; transplant after frost
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Germination Time and Conditions: 14–28 days; light, well drained soil at 65–70°F
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Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
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Soil Requirements: Well drained moderately fertile soil
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Watering Needs: Moderate; drought tolerant once established
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Mature Plant Size: 6–10 feet height; 4–6 feet spread
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Plant Spacing: 4–6 feet apart