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Plant Care
Pride of madeira
(Echium candicans)
Also Known As
Pride of madeira, Echium, Blueweed
About This Plant
Echium candicans is a species of flowering plant in the family Boraginaceae, native to the Canary Islands. It is a large evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 m (10 ft) tall and 2 m (6 ft) wide. It produces dense clusters of blue or purple flowers in the spring and summer.
Plant Care Instructions
Outdoor Size Range
6-10 ft (1.8-3 m) tall and 4-6 ft (1.2-1.8 m) wide
Light Requirements
Echium candicans prefers full sun to partial shade. It requires at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day.
Humidity Needs
It is adaptable to a wide range of humidity levels and does not require any special attention.
Fertilizing Schedule
Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season. Do not fertilize in the winter.
Pruning Guidelines
Prune lightly after flowering to shape the plant and remove any dead or damaged wood. It can be pruned more heavily in the spring to control its size.
Common Pests and Diseases
Echium candicans is generally pest-free but can be susceptible to root rot if overwatered or planted in poorly-draining soil.
Indoor Size Range
Not suitable for indoor growth
Watering Schedule
It is drought-tolerant and can survive on rainfall alone once established. Water deeply once a week in the summer and reduce watering in the winter.
Temperature Range
Echium candicans is hardy in USDA zones 9-11. It can tolerate temperatures as low as 20°F (-6°C) but prefers temperatures between 50-80°F (10-27°C).
Growing Season
The growing season for Echium candicans is from spring to fall.
Growing Difficulty Level
Echium candicans is moderately easy to grow. It requires well-draining soil and regular watering during the first year of growth. Once established, it is drought-tolerant and requires minimal care.
USDA Hardiness Zones
USDA hardiness zones 9-11
Did You Know?
Echium candicans is also known as the 'Giant Viper's Bugloss' due to the resemblance of its flower spikes to the head of a snake.
