{"product_id":"echium-fastuosum-seeds-flower-plant","title":"Echium Fastuosum Seeds - Flower Plant","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"129\" data-end=\"622\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"129\" data-end=\"147\"\u003eEchium fastuosum\u003c\/em\u003e, commonly known as Pride of Madeira, is a striking evergreen ornamental shrub known for its tall, dense flower spikes covered in vivid blue to violet blooms. Native to the Madeira Islands, this fast-growing plant creates a dramatic focal point in Mediterranean gardens, coastal landscapes, and xeriscapes. 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