Echinacea purpurea, commonly called purple coneflower, is an herbaceous
perennial that is native to moist prairies, meadows and open woods of the
central to southeastern United States (Ohio to Michigan to Iowa south to
Louisiana and Georgia). It typically grows to 2-4′ tall. Showy daisy-like
purple coneflowers (to 5″ diameter) bloom throughout summer atop stiff
stems clad with ovate to broad-lanceolate, dark green leaves. Good fresh cut or
dried flower. The dead flower stems will remain erect well into the winter, and
if flower heads are not removed, the blackened cones may be visited by
goldfinches or other birds that feed on the seeds.
Easily grown in average, dry to medium, well-drained soil in full sun
to part shade. Best in full sun. An adaptable plant that is tolerant of
drought, heat, humidity and poor soil. Divide clumps when they become
overcrowded (about every 4 years). Plants usually rebloom without deadheading,
however prompt removal of spent flowers improves general appearance. Excellent,
long-blooming flower for massing in the border, meadow, native plant garden,
naturalized area, wildflower garden or part shade area of woodland garden.
Often massed with black-eyed Susans (rudbeckias).
Growing Instructions
1. Sow the seeds on the ground.
2. Cover them with a layer of soil that is ½ inch thick.
3. Water the seeds. The seeds start to sprout in 10-20 days.
4. Apply a quality fertilizer several times throughout the growing
season for large blooms.
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