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Bloom of the Day for December 15th, 2007:

Tower of Jewels
(Echium wildpretii)

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Information:
Type of plant: Biennials, Tropicals and Tender Perennials

Bloom color: Red

Bloom time of year: Late Spring/Early Summer, Mid Summer, Late Summer/Early Fall

Sun requirements: Full Sun

Cold hardiness: Zone 9a to Zone 11

Height: 4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)

Spacing: 24-36 in. (60-90 cm)

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2 vendors have this plant for sale.

14 members have or want this plant for trade.

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rjaymo wrote:
I bought this plant a while ago. I want to know what it is called. and what I need to do to keep the leaves healthy. look at the black tips..what to do?


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