A native of the Canary Islands, Echium pininana does surprisingly well in cooler climates if given some protection – the perfect choice for UK gardeners looking to add vertical drama and tropical flair to their beds and borders. These hardy biennial or short-lived perennial flower seeds grow quickly into impressive plants with tapering stems reaching up to an incredible 400cm tall!

The dramatic conical spires are thickly cloaked in lance-shaped green leaves, each growing up to 1 metre long. In its second year, the stems burst into bloom, producing an abundance of small, intricate blue flowers that are irresistible to bees. These fantastic flowers for pollinators thrive in full sun and will readily self-seed in warmer areas and sheltered locations. Ideal for wildlife gardens, coastal plantings, or any garden in need of a unique and eye-catching statement plant.

Order your Echium pininana seeds today from Fothergill’s, or browse our full collection of flower seeds for more beautiful options. Don’t forget to check out our sowing and growing equipment to give your seeds the best start!