Echium vulgare Seeds (Vipers Bugloss)
Echium vulgare, commonly known as “viper’s bugloss” or “blueweed,” is a biennial or perennial wildflower native to Europe and Asia. It features striking spires of bright blue to purple flowers with protruding red stamens, creating a distinctive appearance. This hardy plant adapts to USDA hardiness zones 3-8 and thrives in well-drained soil and full sun. Mature plants can reach heights of 1-4 feet and readily self-seed. Echium vulgare seeds are easily obtainable for cultivation, making it a popular choice among wildflower enthusiasts and pollinator-friendly gardens, as it attracts bees and butterflies with its nectar-rich blooms.
Growing Echium vulgare from Seed
- Growth cycle: Perennial
- Watering: Light
- Sunlight: Full Sun
- Suitable climates: Marine West Coast, Mediterranean, Humid Subtropical, Tropical Wet, Tropical Wet & Dry, Arid
- Where to grow: Outdoors
- Flower color: Blue
Germinating Vipers Bugloss Flower Seeds
To germinate Echium vulgare seeds, stratify them in the refrigerator for 3-4 weeks. Then, sow the seeds on well-draining soil, lightly covering them. Maintain moisture and provide full sun. Germination typically occurs in 10-20 days.
We source all of our Echium vulgare seeds from a small greenhouse facility based in southeastern Maine and store them in a dark, temperature-controlled environment before shipment. You’ll find that our fresh Vipers Bugloss seeds are much easier to germinate than the mass-produced packets of flower seeds found in stores! If you have any trouble growing Vipers Bugloss seeds, we’re happy to send you additional gardening tips. In the (unlikely) event that your Echium vulgare seeds do not germinate at all, we’ll give you a full refund, no questions asked.
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