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Among the most appreciated perennials for their ease of cultivation and long life, Echinacea purpurea stands out for its large, pinkish-purple flowers with a distinctive raised central cone. It reaches 70-100 cm in height and, thanks to its sturdy, erect stems, offers a long summer bloom that attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinating insects. Famous for its history and its importance in herbal tradition, it is today one of the most popular ornamental plants for flowerbeds, borders, and natural gardens.
Botanical name: Echinacea purpurea
Available packages: 2 g | 5 g | 10 g | 20 g
Seed color: brown
Characteristics: perennial, rustic, honey-bearing, long-flowering, medicinal
Uses: ornamental, flower beds, borders, cut flowers
Sowing period: March – May
Flowering period: June – October
Distance between rows: 50 cm
Distance in rows: 40 cm
Soil: fertile, well-drained
Sowing depth: 0,5 cm
Exposure: full sun
Growing tips: Once fully developed, Echinacea tolerates periods of drought well thanks to its deep root system. To keep it healthy, however, it's important to avoid waterlogging.
Store the seeds in a cool, ventilated place, with a temperature between 8° and 20° C, protected from atmospheric agents, variations in humidity and sunlight.
This variety is intended exclusively for ornamental use and is not suitable for human consumption.