Plant Library

Echium Red Feathers

Common Name: Echium

Botanical Name: Echium

Variety: Red Feathers

Blossom Color: Red

Bloom Time: Jun, Aug-Sep

Zone: 3 to 9

Exposure: Sun or Part Shade

Mature Height: 10-16"

Mature Width: 12-18"

Notes: Forms low-growing mounds of narrow dark green leathery foliage; feathery flower spikes of russet-red bloom in spring with exceptional long bloom time. Plants will bloom in summer and fall, if properly deadheaded. Thrives on neglect.