Purple Coneflower - Echinacea Purpurea

The Purple coneflower is a popular and versatile perennial plant native to North America. It is a member of the daisy family and is well-known for its distinctive petals and spiky, cone-shaped center. Here are some key facts and information about this beautiful and valuable plant.

Plant Characteristics

It is a hardy, low-maintenance plant that grows between 2 and 5 feet tall. It has long, narrow leaves that are slightly hairy and rough. The plant produces a large, showy flower with petals surrounding a spiky cone-shaped center. The flower blooms from mid-summer to early fall and can attract pollinators, including bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.

Caring For Purple Coneflower

This plant is relatively easy to grow and care for. It prefers full sun but can tolerate shade and various soil types. It is drought-tolerant and can withstand frost and cold temperatures, making it a good choice for multiple climates and conditions.

Plant Uses

They have several practical, medicinal, and ornamental uses. The plant is often used in natural and herbal remedies to boost the immune system and treat various ailments, including colds, flu, and infections. It is also sometimes used topically to treat wounds and skin conditions.

Benefits

In addition to its medicinal properties, purple coneflower is a popular and attractive garden plant that can be used in borders, rock gardens, and wildflower meadows. It can also be used as a cut flower in bouquets and arrangements.

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Planting bare-root perennials is best in any season if they are dormant; we only sell dormant plants. Planting them year-round is also excellent if you can get dormant perennials. When your bare-root perennials arrive, soak the roots in water for a few hours to rehydrate them. Lant by digging a hole wide enough to spread the roots comfortably and deep enough to place the top portion crown (where the roots meet the stem) at or slightly above ground level. Position the plant in the hole, backfill with native soil, and gently firm the soil around the roots—water well after planting to settle the soil around the plant and eliminate air. Apply a 2-3 inch layer of mulch to keep weeds at bay and moisture locked in, keeping the mulch away from the crown. Irrigate plants regularly during the first few weeks of drought; never water in full sun, and water late in the evenings to ensure the roots are established well. Fertilize sparingly in the first year, using a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in subsequent years as needed.

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