Coneflower
Echinacea spp.
Also known as
Echinacea, Purple Coneflower
Full Sun
Moderate watering
Frost Hardy
9a
USDA zone
-7°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
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2 years to reach maturity
Flowering
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spring
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summer
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autumn
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winter
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Coneflower Overview
Echinacea is a small genus of approximately 10 hardy perennial herbaceous species, native to East and Central North America. They typically grow in prairie land or open forest habitats and are commonly known as coneflowers. This name is for the shape of their flowerheads, they petals tend to face downwards, creating a characteristic cone shape. The genus Echinacea is named after the Greek word for hedgehog, echinos, due to the prickly appearance of the centre of its flowers. The flowers resemble those of daisies and these plants have been widely grown for use in gardens. Flowers are most commonly pink, white or yellow but cultivation has resulted in a wide range of available colours.
Common problems with Coneflower
How to propagate Coneflower
Division
Propagate by division in autumn or spring, trying not to disturb the roots too much.
Cuttings
Insert root cuttings from late autumn to early spring.
Special features of Coneflower
Attractive flowers
Other uses of Coneflower
Ornamental, borders, medicinal
Flowers - Sow Under Cover in July
Thinking ahead to next year - sow these seeds for early spring and summer colour.
Flowers - Sow Under Cover in August
Thinking ahead to next year - sow these seeds for early spring and summer colour.