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Coneflower Echinacea Purpurea Seeds - Purple

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Purple Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea) is a perennial found throughout the central and southeastern U.S.A., in open forests, meadows and along roads.

Coneflower is fairly tolerant to drought. However, Echinacea plants do well with adequate watering, and can tolerate various soil types. Purple coneflower is generally native to soils with a pH of 6.0-7.0. Choosing a good site is important for growing and harvesting Echinacea.

Purple coneflower generally has a deep fibrous root system and is harvested at three or four years old.

PLANT INFORMATION

Plant Name: Coneflower

Taxonomy: Echinacea Purpurea

Life Cycle: Perennial

USDA Zones: 3 - 9

Height: 24 - 36 inches

Bloom Season: Summer

Bloom Color: Lavender

Environment: Full sun

Soil Type: Loam, clay, or rocky material, pH 6.1 - 7.8

Deer Resistant: Yes

PLANTING GUIDE

Temperature: 70 - 75F

Average Germ Time: 10-30 days

Light Required: No

Sowing Depth: 1/8 inch

Sowing Rate: 1 ounce per 250 square feet

Moisture: Keep seeds moist until germination

Plant Spacing: 12 - 18 inches

PLANTING GUIDE

Purple coneflower, wildflower seeds, can be preserved in a sealed container in a freezer or in a cool dry room for several years.

Echinacea requires a cold, moist period—called stratification—in order to germinate.

If sowing Coneflower outdoors, wait until the temperature is constant during the daytime at 70F.

Prepare the seedbed by loosening soil and weeding.

Start Coneflower from seed using a soil mix of 1:1:1, peat, sand and soil.

Lightly press coneflower seeds into the soil, about 1/8 inch deep and keep the soil evenly moist, but not wet.

Germination should occur in 10-30 days.

Sow indoors 8-10 weeks before planting outdoors. If started indoors in late winter, Echinacea may bloom in the first year. It can also be direct sown in early spring or early fall.

If starting indoors, provide total darkness and a soil temperature of 21-25°C (70-75°F). Once sprouts appear, provide bright light.

Transplant in larger pots when seedlings have two true leaves, 30-40 days after sowing. Harden off before transplanting outdoors in late spring or early summer and space plants at 12-18″ (30-45cm) apart.

Keep coneflower wildflower well watered during hot, dry weather.

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Coneflower Echinacea Purpurea Seeds - Purple

Regular price: $7.85
Sale price: $7.85

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Regular price: $7.85
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