Coneflower – Purple – Echinacea purpurea
Perennial Open Pollinated. Also called Echinacea. Lovely wildflower native to North America with lavender petals surrounding a reddish-orange cone center. Parts of this flower have purported medicinal benefits. 1/4 lb covers approximately 1000 sq ft if broadcast. Thin to 20 apart when plants reach 1″ tall.
Flowers: Good cut flower. Bloomsmid summer to fallAttracts: Attracts bees and beneficial insects; seed heads are favored by finchesSoil: Adaptable to various soil typesNative:N. American Plains
USDA Zone: 2-10Plant In: Fall or SpringPlanting Depth: 1/8″Days to Germinate: 15-30 DaysHeight At Maturity: 2′-4′Sun/Shade Requirements: Full SunWater Needs: Moderate Water
Bloom Season: Summer, Fall
Seeding Rate: Use 1/4 lb per 1/000 Square Feet
Facts of Note: Moderate water, sun to part shade, 2-4 flowers, good for cut flowers, medicinal, finches love seed heads!
Approx. Seeds Per Pack: 154,221
