Brushtail (Echium Asperrimum) is a biennial herb in the Boraginaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Echium asperrimum is a biennial herbaceous plant native to the Western and Central Mediterranean region, notable for its bristly foliage and blue to violet flowers.

Brushtail

Brushtail

Echium Asperrimum

Echium asperrimum is a biennial herbaceous plant native to the Western and Central Mediterranean region, notable for its bristly foliage and blue to violet flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
biennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
8-11

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, rocky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:pollinator plant, specimen, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Brushtail

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Boraginaceae
Genus:Echium