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Echium 'Star Of Madeira'
Few plants make as much impact as the 'Star of Madeira'. Its flower spikes of deep blue contrast dramatically against the backdrop of stunning variegated foliage during spring and summer. A wonderfully hardy shrub able to cope with dry and harsh soils. Plant and watch the birds and bees swarm to your garden.
How to grow
Full sun, suits sandy or impoverished soil but adaptable to a range of sites provided soil is free-draining. Drought, heat and coastal tolerant once established, protect young plants from frost. Do not over water, dislikes humidity. Remove spent flower heads to maintain a compact shape, but do not prune too hard as plants don't regenerate from old wood.