Echium Species, Gentian Bugloss, Taginaste

Echiumgentianoides

Genus
Echium (EK-ee-um)
Species
gentianoides (jen-shee-uh-NOY-deez)
Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage
Evergreen
This plant is resistant to deer
Height
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)
Spacing
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)
Hardiness
USDA Zone 9a: to -6.6 °C (20 °F)
USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)
USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)
USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)
Danger
Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling
Bloom Color
Dark Blue
Bloom Time
Late Winter/Early Spring
Mid Spring
Late Spring/Early Summer
Mid Summer
Other Details
Category
Tropicals and Tender Perennials
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
Seed Collecting
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Arroyo Grande, California

Bodega Bay, California

Calistoga, California

Davis, California

Fairfield, California

Long Beach, California

Richmond, California

San Jose, California

San Marcos, California

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Gardener's Notes:

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Prescott, AZ (Zone 7b) | October 2014 | positive

I've had this plant in ground for over a year now and it has grown from a small plant in a 4" pot to a 2' x 2' plant. It bloomed beautif...Read More

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