Viper's Bugloss (Echium vulgare) Seeds – Striking Blue Blooms for Pollinator-Friendly Gardens

Key Features:

• Bloom Color: Intense blue with hints of pink and purple as buds mature
• Plant Type: Hardy biennial or short-lived perennial
• Sun Requirements: Full sun for best flowering
• Soil Type: Well-draining, sandy or loamy soil; thrives in poor, dry conditions
• Watering Needs: Low; drought-tolerant once established
• Growth Habit: Upright, branching stems covered in bristly hairs, reaching 24-36 inches tall
• Hardiness Zones: Best suited for USDA zones 3-9
• Uses: Ideal for wildflower meadows, pollinator gardens, cottage gardens, and erosion control

Why Grow Viper's Bugloss?

• Brilliant, Long-Lasting Blooms – Striking blue flowers add color from late spring to early fall.
• Attracts Pollinators – A magnet for bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects.
• Drought-Resistant & Low Maintenance – Thrives in dry, rocky soils with minimal care.
• Wildlife-Friendly – Provides nectar for pollinators while being deer and rabbit resistant.
• Self-Seeding for Naturalized Growth – Easily spreads, returning year after year.

Planting & Care Instructions

Seed Sowing & Germination:

• Direct sow in fall or early spring for natural stratification.
• Scatter seeds on the soil surface and press lightly; do not cover deeply as they need light to germinate.
• Keep soil moist until germination occurs, typically within 14-21 days at 60-70°F (16-21°C).

Growing & Maintenance:

• Thinning: Space plants 12-18 inches apart for healthy growth.
• Watering: Water young plants occasionally, then reduce once established.
• Fertilization: Not required; thrives in nutrient-poor soils.
• Deadheading: Remove spent flowers to extend blooming or allow self-seeding.
• Pest & Disease Control: Naturally pest-resistant but handle with care due to bristly stems.

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