Echium amoenum (Red Feathers)
Red Feathers
Echium amoenum (Red Feathers) is a short-lived perennial forming a compact clump of hairy lance-shaped leaves topped by striking russet-red flower spikes from late spring to frost. Remove spent flower spikes to promote new flower spikes and extend the blooming season of the plant. After flowering, Red Feathers makes seeds and dies. However, it self-seeds readily, maintaining its striking presence in the garden. Undemanding and drought tolerant, Red Feathers grows well in warm, dry areas and is perfect for water-wise gardens.
- Grows up to 10-14 in. tall (25-35 cm) and 6-8 in. wide (15-20 cm).
- Performs best in full sun or part shade, in dry to medium, well-drained soils. Drought tolerant once established.
- Attractive to hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies but deer resistant.
- Propagate by seed.
- All parts may cause stomach upset if ingested.
- Native to the Caucasus Mountains in northern Iran.
Requirements
| Hardiness |
3 - 9 |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Boraginaceae |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Late) Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall |
| Height |
10" - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
| Spread |
6" - 8" (20cm - 20cm) |
| Spacing |
6" - 8" (20cm - 20cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Dried Arrangements, Cut Flowers, Showy |
| Tolerance | Drought, Deer |
| Attracts | Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Garden Uses | Beds And Borders |
| Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
| Hardiness |
3 - 9 |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Boraginaceae |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Late) Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall |
| Height |
10" - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
| Spread |
6" - 8" (20cm - 20cm) |
| Spacing |
6" - 8" (20cm - 20cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Dried Arrangements, Cut Flowers, Showy |
| Tolerance | Drought, Deer |
| Attracts | Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Garden Uses | Beds And Borders |
| Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage |
