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Purple Coneflower Seeds
"Roots and aerial parts are used in teas and tinctures"Sun: Full Sun
Life Cycle: Perennial
Plant Height: 24 in. - 36 in.
Summary
Purple coneflower, also known as Echinacea, is the one of the finest native perennials in North America. Vigorous plants grow up to 36 inches tall and produce large 4 to 5 inch blooms. Light to dark purple blooms have downward pointing petals and prominent orange-brown cones. Plants have a deep fibrous root system. Attracts butterflies and bees. Makes long-lasting cut flowers. In addition to being beautiful, Purple coneflower is well known for its valuable medicinal qualities, such as helping strengthen the immune system.
Quick Facts
- Botanical Name: Echinacea purpurea
- Life Cycle: Perennial
- Light Requirement: Full Sun
- Planting Season: Spring, Fall
- Plant Type: Large Daisy-Like Slightly Drooping Flowers, Strong Upright Stems, Lance Leaf Shape
- Features: Heirloom, Attracts Pollinators, Drought Tolerant, Cut Flower Garden, Extended Bloom Time
- Color: Purple
- Blooms: Spring, Late Spring, Early Summer, Summer
- Days to Maturity: 335 Days
- Plant Height: 24-36 inches
- Plant Spacing: 10-12 inches
- Planting Depth: 1/4 inch
- Sowing Method: Direct Sow
- Cold Stratification: Yes
- Hardiness Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9