How to Grow and Care for Purple viper's bugloss

Purple viper's bugloss, also known as Viper's bugloss, Salvation Jane, Riverina bluebell, Lady Campbell weed, Blueweed

Purple viper's bugloss generally has a straightforward care profile. It thrives in well-draining soil and requires full sun exposure to flourish. One special care point to note is that purple viper's bugloss is drought-tolerant once established, making regular watering less critical. However, it is essential to avoid waterlogging the roots as this can lead to decay. Maintain a regular, but moderate watering schedule to balance moisture levels.

Watering schedule: Every week

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

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Planting and Growing Purple viper's bugloss

Toughness	High
Care Level	Medium
Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Annual, Biennial, Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every week
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Soil pH	6-7.5
Planting Time	Spring, Early summer
Hardiness Zones	3-8

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Purple viper's bugloss exhibits a robust herbaceous form, reaching heights of 1 to 3 feet (30-90 cm). Its leaves, predominantly lanceolate, cluster at the base and reduce in size up the flowering stems. Vibrant, trumpet-shaped flowers, with a deep purple hue and prominent red stamens, gather in a striking inflorescence. Each blossom measures around 0.8 to 1.2 inches (2-3 cm) in diameter. The plant’s bristly texture is due to the stiff hairs covering stems and leaves.