Echium pininana 'Snow Tower'
Also Known As
- Echium 'Snowtower'
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 12'
- W: 12"
planting zones
- 7a-11
Echium pininana 'Snow Tower' plant details
Echium pininana 'Snow Tower' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer white flowers emerge. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in lean and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Echium pininana 'Snow Tower'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: boraginaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 12 IN wide, 12 FT tall
- Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer
- Uses: rare, self-sowing
GROWING CONDITIONS for Echium pininana 'Snow Tower'
- USDA Zones: 7a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: deer
- Soil needs: lean and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials
Gardening facts about Echium pininana 'Snow Tower' plant
How to Grow Echium pininana 'Snow Tower'
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- lean
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- summer
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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