Description

Echinacea purpurea, also known as Purple Coneflower, is a beloved heirloom wildflower native to the eastern U.S. This hardy perennial thrives in USDA zones 3–8 and blooms from midsummer to frost. Its distinctive pinkish-purple, drooping petals surround a dark, conical center that matures into seeds, attracting birds in the fall and winter. Reaching 3'–4' in height, this easy-to-grow plant is perfect for borders and water-wise gardens, offering beautiful blooms ideal for fresh cut flowers. Echinacea is also deer-resistant, making it an excellent addition to a variety of garden conditions.

Botanical Name: Echinacea purpurea
Family: Asteraceae
Native: Eastern and central U.S.
Hardiness: Hardy perennial in USDA zones 3–8; grown as an annual in warmer zones.
Plant Dimensions: 3'–4' tall
Variety Information: 2″–3″ long, drooping lavender petals surrounding a purple/maroon/brown conical center on tall stems above foliage.
Exposure: Full sun to part shade
Bloom Period: Summer to frost
Attributes: Cut Flowers, Deer Resistant

When to Sow Outside: 2 to 4 weeks before your average last frost date, or as late as 2 months before first fall frost.
When to Start Inside: 10 to 12 weeks before your average last frost date (might bloom first year if started indoors).
Days to Emerge: 10– 20 days
Seed Depth: ¼”
Seed Spacing: A group of 3 seeds every 18″
Thinning: When 1″ tall, thin to 1 every 18″

85 seeds.