Red Feathers Echium
Echium spp. 'Red Feathers'
Make a bold statement in your garden with Red Feathers Echium, a striking perennial known for its tall, spiky flower clusters packed with vibrant red blooms. This dramatic plant draws the eye with dense, feathery flower spikes that rise above lush, green foliage, creating a fiery focal point in beds, borders, and pollinator gardens.
Blooming in late spring through summer, Red Feathers Echium is a magnet for bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, supporting local wildlife while adding vertical interest and rich color to your landscape. It thrives best in full sun with well-drained soil and is drought-tolerant once established, making it ideal for Mediterranean-style gardens, xeriscaping, and sunny borders.
Add vertical drama and a splash of bold red to your garden with Red Feathers Echium—a vibrant, wildlife-friendly perennial that’s as beautiful as it is hardy.
Red Feathers Echium (5.5" Pot)
Plant Details & Features:
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Plant Type: Hardy perennial
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Flower Color: Vivid red
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Bloom Time: Late spring through summer
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Height & Spread: 3–5 feet tall, 1.5–2 feet wide
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Light Requirements: Full sun
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Soil Needs: Well-drained soil; tolerates poor, sandy soils
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Water Needs: Low to moderate; drought-tolerant once established
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Maintenance: Low; remove spent flower spikes to encourage tidy growth
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Wildlife Friendly: Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds
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Special Features: Tall, feathery flower spikes, long bloom season, excellent for sunny borders and pollinator gardens
