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Echium fastuosum 'Blue Dwarf' - Dwarf Pride of Madeira

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Echium fastuosum 'Blue Dwarf' is a standout addition to any landscape design. Often referred to as the Dwarf Pride of Madeira, this evergreen shrub enthralls with its impressive spill of vivid blue-violet flowers. Compact in stature, it grows up to three feet tall and equally as wide, adding a controlled yet impactful visual element to your garden. It basks in full sun exposure, thriving in a variety of well-drained soils, and its grey-green lance-shaped leaves serve as a contrasting backdrop to its vibrant blooms. What's more, it possesses a resilient nature; the 'Blue Dwarf' is admirable for its low water usage, being drought-tolerant once established. It is hardy enough to withstand seaside conditions, making it a robust and versatile selection for rock gardens, coastal plantings or as a stunning centerpiece in a pot on the terrace. Actress the icing on the cake, this magnificent plant is a veritable magnet for bees and butterflies, infusing your outdoor space with an extra touch of wildlife harmony.

  • Size: Up to 3 feet tall and wide
  • Flowers: Dense spikes of vibrant blue-violet flowers
  • Foliage: Grey-green and lance-shaped leaves
  • Water usage: Low (drought-tolerant)
  • Sun exposure: Full sun
  • Resilient: Adapts well to diverse range of soils and resistant to seaside conditions.
  • Commonly purchased with Echium fastuosum 'Blue Dwarf' (Dwarf Pride of Madeira)

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