Description
xOwn a living sculpture with this Tower of Jewels starter plant (Echium wildpretii) - a breathtaking biennial that rockets to 10 ft tall in its second year, blanketed in salmon-red blooms! Though native to the Canary Islands (Zones 9-10 ideal), we’ve cracked the code for Southeast US growers: keep in small pots year 1 to prevent root rot, then transplant in fall for spectacular summer blooms. Thrives in full sun with gritty cactus soil, this drought-tolerant marvel attracts pollinators and makes a jaw-dropping focal point. Limited availability!
- 🌸 Showstopper Blooms: 10 ft spire of salmon-red flowers (Year 2).
- ☀️ Sun Lover: Full sun + well-draining gritty soil (cactus mix ideal).
- 🌱 Southeast Secret: Small-pot "over-summering" technique explained.
- 🏜️ Drought Hardy: Minimal water once established.
- 🐝 Pollinator Magnet: Bees and hummingbirds adore it!
- Common Name: Tower of Jewels
- Scientific Name: Echium wildpretii
- USDA Zone: 9-10 (20°F survival with protection)
- Mature Size: 8-10 ft tall
- Soil Type: Sandy, gritty (cactus mix)
- Sunlight: Full sun (6+ hours)
- Watering: Light; avoid soggy roots
- Growth Cycle: Biennial
- Special Features: Self-seeding, greenhouse-friendly
tower of jewels, echium wildpretii, rare biennial, canary islands plant, drought tolerant plants, hummingbird flowers, zone 9 plants, architectural plants, specimen plants, xeriscape plants, tall flowering spikes, mediterranean garden
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xORDER PROCESSING TIMES:
Most orders that are placed with us are processed and shipped out within 24 hours. Weekend and Holiday orders will be processed on the next available business day.
SHIPPING:
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SALES TAX:
The Pee Mart charges sales tax on items purchased by customers that have products shipped in the state of Maine. When customers from outside the state of Maine complete a purchase from The Pee Mart, they accept all responsibility of their respective state laws regarding sales and use tax.
OUT OF STOCK ITEMS:
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WARRANTY / RETURNS:
The Pee Mart has a 30-day customer satisfaction standard warranty for all items. All sales are considered final after 30 days of receiving product.
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