How to Sow Wild Vipers Bugloss Seeds
Wild Vipers Bugloss (Echium vulgare) is a beautiful and hardy wildflower known for its stunning blue violet blooms. It’s a great addition to any garden, attracting pollinators with its vibrant flowers
How to Grow Wild Vipers Bugloss from Seed
- Soil Preparation Advice: Wild Vipers Bugloss thrives in well drained, sandy or loamy soil. To prepare the soil, ensure good drainage, and amend with organic matter to enhance fertility
- Seed Sowing Advice: When sowing Wild Vipers Bugloss seeds, plant them at a depth of 3-6 mm. This shallow planting allows them to receive the necessary light for germination
- Seed Spacing: Space the seeds approximately 30 cm apart to provide adequate room for mature growth and spreading
- Germination: The ideal germination temperature for Wild Vipers Bugloss is 15C to 24C. Ensure a consistent and moderate temperature for successful germination. Keep soil consistently moist during this stage
How to Care for Wild Vipers Bugloss Seeds
- Maintenance: Wild Vipers Bugloss requires minimal maintenance. Regular watering during dry spells and occasional fertilizing can promote healthier growth and more abundant blooms
- Maturity: Mature Wild Vipers Bugloss plants will reach a height of about 60cm to 90cm, producing impressive spires of blue violet flowers that attract bees and butterflies
- Common Pests or Diseases: Wild Vipers Bugloss is generally disease resistant but can be susceptible to aphids. Keep an eye out for these pests and, if necessary, use insecticidal soap or neem oil to address the issue. Regularly inspect for signs of disease, but they are not common in healthy plants
