Echium wildpretii Seeds (Tower of Jewels)
Echium wildpretii, also known as “Tower of Jewels” or “Red Bugloss,” is a biennial or short-lived perennial native to the Canary Islands. This striking plant forms a towering spire, reaching heights of 6-10 feet, adorned with dense clusters of tubular, red to orange-red flowers. Echium wildpretii thrives in USDA hardiness zones 9-11 and prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Although it dies after flowering, it often self-seeds, perpetuating its presence. Echium wildpretii seeds are sought after by gardeners for their role in cultivating these impressive, nectar-rich towers that attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, adding a touch of exotic beauty to gardens.
Growing Echium wildpretii 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: Red
Germinating Tower of Jewels Flower Seeds
To germinate Echium wildpretii seeds, cold stratify them in the refrigerator for 2-4 weeks. Then, sow the seeds on well-draining soil, lightly covering them. Maintain moisture and provide full sun. Germination typically occurs in 2-4 weeks.
We source all of our Echium wildpretii 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 Tower of Jewels seeds are much easier to germinate than the mass-produced packets of flower seeds found in stores! If you have any trouble growing Tower of Jewels seeds, we’re happy to send you additional gardening tips. In the (unlikely) event that your Echium wildpretii seeds do not germinate at all, we’ll give you a full refund, no questions asked.
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