Red Feathers
Red Feathers is a short-lived perennial flower with thin, narrow, dark green leaves at the base. The flower spikes are dense clusters of deep red blooms, giving the appearance of plumes or feathers. The flowers appear in early summer, and may reappear later if the spent flowers are removed.
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Red Feathers
Red Feathers is a short-lived perennial flower with thin, narrow, dark green leaves at the base. The flower spikes are dense clusters of deep red blooms, giving the appearance of plumes or feathers. The flowers appear in early summer, and may reappear later if the spent flowers are removed.
Plant details
Botanic Name
Echium amoenum
Pronunciation
EK-ee-um am-oh-EN-um
Mature Height
10 to 16 in.
Mature Spread
6 to 8 in.
Water usage
Water Usage
One Droplet: Water twice per month or less, once established.
Two Droplets: Water about once per week, once established.
Three Droplets: Water about twice per week, once established.
Flower Color
sunset-red
Bloom time
early summer
Colorado Native
No
Natural Habitat
Caucasus
Light Requirements
sun, part shade
Cold Hardiness
USDA zones 5-9
Elevation Limit
hardy to 7,000 ft.
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