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Today's bloom is Pride of Madeira (Echium candicans)

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Bloom of the Day for March 4th, 2009:

Pride of Madeira
(Echium candicans)

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Information:
Type of plant: Tropicals and Tender Perennials

Bloom color: Purple

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

Sun requirements: Full Sun

Cold hardiness: Zone 9a to Zone 10b

Height: 6-8 ft. (1.8-2.4 m)

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

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23 members have or want this plant for trade.

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plantladylin wrote:
Wow! Beautiful photo ... love the colors!

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