Bring vibrant colour and pollinator value to your meadow or landscape with Viper’s Bugloss Wildflower Seed—a UK native species known for its striking blue-purple flower spikes and bee-attracting properties. This drought-tolerant biennial thrives in nutrient-poor, well-drained soils and is an excellent choice for wildflower meadows, grassland margins, coastal sites, and pollinator corridors. Flowering from late spring through summer, it creates a bold visual impact while providing an essential nectar source for bees, butterflies, and other insects.

Viper’s Bugloss is especially popular in restoration schemes, roadside verges, and habitat-creation projects due to its resilience, adaptability, and eye-catching appearance. It complements both conservation and ornamental planting schemes and can be sown as a standalone species or included in a tailored wildflower mix. Its tall stature and dense floral spikes make it a standout feature in any wildflower area.

As part of the John Chambers Wildflower Seed range, this species meets the high-quality standards expected by landscape architects, ecologists, and local authorities across the UK. With over 35 years of expertise, John Chambers Wildflower Seeds offer trusted provenance, UK-native sourcing, and expert advice for successful wildflower establishment.

Features & Benefits
Striking tall spikes of violet-blue flowers
Highly attractive to bees and pollinators
Ideal for dry soils, coastal areas, and poor ground
Long flowering period from late spring to mid-summer
Supports pollinator conservation and biodiversity
Low maintenance once established

Latin Name:
Echium vulgare

Flowering Time:
May – September

Flowering Height:
Up to 60–90 cm

Life Cycle:
Biennial (occasionally perennial in mild conditions)

Approximate Wildflower Seed Sowing Rate (per acre):
5.5kg per acre

Sowing Times:
Autumn (August – October) for natural overwintering
Spring (March – May) for flowering the following year

How to Sow & Preparation
Choose an open, sunny location with free-draining, low-fertility soil.
Prepare a fine, weed-free seedbed by removing existing vegetation.
Rake the soil lightly and broadcast the seed evenly by hand or spreader.
Rake or roll lightly to ensure good seed-to-soil contact.
Water in dry conditions until germination occurs.
Avoid fertilisers or compost—Viper’s Bugloss thrives in poor soils.
For best results, manage surrounding grasses to reduce competition during establishment.

About John Chambers Wildflower Seed
For over 35 years, John Chambers Wildflower Seeds has supplied high-quality British-native wildflower seed to landscape professionals, gardeners, and ecological projects throughout the UK. Trusted by landscape architects, local authorities, and contractors, John Chambers prioritises native provenance, species diversity, and long-term habitat creation. Their seeds are carefully sourced, cleaned, and tested to ensure strong germination and ecological integrity.

Latin Name | Echium vulgare

Flowering Time | May – September

Flowering Height | 60–90 cm

Life Cycle | Biennial (occasionally perennial in mild conditions)

Sowing Rate | 5.5 kg per acre

Sowing Period | Spring (Mar–May), Autumn (Aug–Oct)

Soil Type | Free-draining, low-fertility soils

Aspect | Full sun

Pollinator Friendly | Yes

Minimum Order | 10g

Suitable For | Meadows, roadside verges, coastal sites, pollinator gardens