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20 TOWER OF JEWELS (Echium Wildpretii) Red Hummingbird Flower Plant Garden Seeds

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20 TOWER OF JEWELS SEEDS(Echium wildpretii) “Tower of Jewels was Awarded the Royal Horticultural Society’s Award of Garden Merit in 2002.”Tower of Jewels is a Rare Beauty with a Stunning & Enormous 6 to 9 Foot Tower of Flowers! The Massive Stalk contains Hundreds of Blooms in an Eye-Opening Pinkish Red, which “Attract Hummingbirds and Bees all Spring.” This is a Real Showpiece Plant to put Right in the Center of your Garden! While this plant stands at nearly seven feet tall, its tiny, salmon-colored flowers are what make it truly magnificent. As each tassel of flowers blooms into graceful curves along the plant, the stamens stick out as if dancing from the tiny flowers, transforming this tower-of-jewels into a whimsical display of beauty. Amazingly, the plant’s native land has many significantly different climates. Echium wildpretii thrive at elevations of 4,200-6,500 feet above sea level, in the sub-alpine zone. Winter hardy to USDA Zones 9-10 where it is best grown in light, dry to medium moisture, well-drained soils in full sun. Thrives in arid and dry conditions. In its native habitat, it typically grows in rocky and volcanically-soiled slopes in cool summers. It tolerates temperatures down to 25 degrees F. Performs well in average soils as long as drainage is superb. Avoid rich or damp soils. Where winter hardy in Zones 9-10, this plant will remain in the landscape by self-seeding. If you’re bringing them inside for the winter, they need at least a 7-9 Gallon pot.Tower of Jewels Germination:1) Fill treys with a mix of 50% Compost, 50% Sand.2) Use a heated propagator to keep the temperature at 68-70 degrees F. 3) At night, Drop the temperature to 35 degrees F. Temperature Fluctuation is Very Important or Germination will be slowed down tremendously. 4) Use a grow lamp to give 18 hours of light as they need light to germinate.5) Place the Seeds in the treys, “Slightly” covering with Very light layer of sand. Do not bury as they need light to germinate.6) Use a spray bottle to mist them. Keep “slightly moist”, Not wet.7) Germination will occur between 2-4 weeks for most seeds as long as instructions are followed, but some can take up to a month or two, so don’t toss out any that do not come up quickly.”If you need anything, Please Contact us First”

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100 ECHIUM WILDPRETII Seeds (Tower of Jewels) | NON-GMO | Free shipping | Fresh

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100 TOWER OF JEWELS SEEDSEchium wildpretiiEchium wildpretii, also known as “Tower of Jewels” or “Red Bugloss,” is a biennial or short-lived perennial native to the Canary Islands. This striking plant forms a towering spire, reaching heights of 6-10 feet, adorned with dense clusters of tubular, red to orange-red flowers. Echium wildpretii thrives in USDA hardiness zones 9-11 and prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Although it dies after flowering, it often self-seeds, perpetuating its presence. Echium wildpretii seeds are sought after by gardeners for their role in cultivating these impressive, nectar-rich towers that attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, adding a touch of exotic beauty to gardens. Germinating Echium wildpretii seedsTo germinate Echium wildpretii seeds, cold stratify them in the refrigerator for 2-4 weeks. Then, sow the seeds on well-draining soil, lightly covering them. Maintain moisture and provide full sun. Germination typically occurs in 2-4 weeks. Detailed germination instructions will be included with your order!These Echium wildpretii seeds were grown in our greenhouse facility based in southeastern Maine and stored in a dark, temperature-controlled room before shipment. You’ll find that our fresh flower seeds are much easier to germinate than the mass-produced packets found in stores! If you have any trouble growing Tower of Jewels seeds, we’re happy to send you additional gardening tips. In the (unlikely) event that your Echium wildpretii seeds do not germinate at all, we’ll give you a full refund, no questions asked.Growing Echium wildpretii seedsGrowth cycle: PerennialWatering: LightSunlight: Full SunSuitable climates: Marine West Coast, Mediterranean, Humid Subtropical, Tropical Wet, Tropical Wet & Dry, AridWhere to grow: OutdoorsFlower color: Red. Ideal seeds for attracting bees and other pollinators. FREE shippingAll plant seed orders come with fast, free shipping from the United States. You will receive a USPS tracking number and delivery updates automatically through eBay as soon as your order is shipped. USPS typically delivers seeds within 3 to 5 business days.FREE returnsWe stand by our products! If your flower seeds do not germinate, reach out to us and we will issue a full refund right away. If you decide that the flowers you purchased simply aren’t a good fit for your home or garden, we’re happy to offer an exchange completely free of charge, as well.We respond to every message within a few hours here on eBay. If you have any questions, comments, or concerns, feel free to reach out.If you are purchasing these flower seeds as a gift and would like to have the price tag and shop name removed, please let me know!

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20 TOWER OF JEWELS SEEDS (Echium Wildpretii) Hummingbird Garden Flower Plant

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20 TOWER OF JEWELS SEEDS(Echium wildpretii) “Tower of Jewels was Awarded the Royal Horticultural Society’s Award of Garden Merit in 2002.”Tower of Jewels is a Rare Beauty with a Stunning & Enormous 6 to 9 Foot Tower of Flowers! The Massive Stalk contains Hundreds of Blooms in an Eye-Opening Pinkish Red, which “Attract Hummingbirds and Bees all Spring.” This is a Real Showpiece Plant to put Right in the Center of your Garden! While this plant stands at nearly seven feet tall, its tiny, salmon-colored flowers are what make it truly magnificent. As each tassel of flowers blooms into graceful curves along the plant, the stamens stick out as if dancing from the tiny flowers, transforming this tower-of-jewels into a whimsical display of beauty. Amazingly, the plant’s native land has many significantly different climates. Echium wildpretii thrive at elevations of 4,200-6,500 feet above sea level, in the sub-alpine zone. Winter hardy to USDA Zones 9-10 where it is best grown in light, dry to medium moisture, well-drained soils in full sun. Thrives in arid and dry conditions. In its native habitat, it typically grows in rocky and volcanically-soiled slopes in cool summers. It tolerates temperatures down to 25 degrees F. Performs well in average soils as long as drainage is superb. Avoid rich or damp soils. Where winter hardy in Zones 9-10, this plant will remain in the landscape by self-seeding. If you’re bringing them inside for the winter, they need at least a 7-9 Gallon pot.Tower of Jewels Germination:1) Fill treys with a mix of 50% Compost, 50% Sand.2) Use a heated propagator to keep the temperature at 68-70 degrees F. 3) At night, Drop the temperature to 35 degrees F. Temperature Fluctuation is Very Important or Germination will be slowed down tremendously. 4) Use a grow lamp to give 18 hours of light as they need light to germinate.5) Place the Seeds in the treys, “Slightly” covering with Very light layer of sand. Do not bury as they need light to germinate.6) Use a spray bottle to mist them. Keep “slightly moist”, Not wet.7) Germination will occur between 2-4 weeks for most seeds as long as instructions are followed, but some can take up to a month or two, so don’t toss out any that do not come up quickly.”If you need anything, Please Contact us First”

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