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.

Attribute Detail
Latin Name Echium vulgare
Flowering Time May – September
Flowering Height 60–90 cm
Life Cycle Biennial
Sowing Rate (Per Acre) 5.5kg
Sowing Period Spring (Mar–May), Autumn (Aug–Oct)
Preferred Conditions Full sun, free-draining poor soil
Pollinator Friendly Yes
Minimum Order Quantity 100g
Suitable For Meadows, verges, coastal areas, pollinator gardens