Common Purple Coneflower.
The easiest Echinacea to grow - germinates without stratification. Vigorous plants with large, purple-petaled flowers. Fibrous roots are easy to harvest (other species have taproots). Ht. 24-36". 7-day stratification enhances germination, but is not critical. Nonorganic. Hardiness Zones: 3-10. Sow any of the echinaceas outdoors in the fall to allow the oscillating temperatures and natural rain to stimulate germination. Normally grown for 3-4 years for harvest of sizeable roots. Avg. 7,500 seeds/oz. Packet: 100 seeds.
Plant Cycle: (P)
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GERMINATION NOTE: Seeds germinate most readily if first stratified (kept moist and refrigerated, or sown in a cold frame in the winter.) See individual species for number of recommended days of stratification. The germination rate for non-stratified seeds can be low and erratic. Sow any of the echinaceas outdoors in the fall to allow the oscillating temperatures and natural rain to stimulate germination. Normally grown for 3-4 years for harvest of sizeable roots.
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Growing Information:
Echinacea
GERMINATION: 10-15 days at 65-70°F (18-21°C).
CULTURE: Indoors - 8-10 weeks before planting out. Outdoors - In spring when soil is warm; in groups of 3-4 seeds, 1/8" deep. Thin.
LIGHT/SOIL: Full sun; average, well-drained soil. Tolerates partial shade.
SPACING: 18-24".
USE: Cut flowers, borders, mass or wildflower plantings, fresh or dried seed heads.
HARVEST: Fresh - As petals are expanding. Dried - When cone is raised and has turned golden. Petals strip easiest at this point. Hang to dry.
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Endangered Wild populations of this variety are in danger of extinction. |
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Good for cut flowers and bouquets Good variety to choose for fresh cut Flowers displays. |
