Description
This is Echinacea.
Echinacea species description: Echinacea is ornamental and takes 1-2 years to reach maturity. It blooms from late spring through early fall with purplish pink flowers. It is susceptible to Japanese beetle and leaf spot are occasional problems. Susceptible to aster yellows disease. USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-10. Uniquely beautiful purple pink flowers bloom all summer long attracting a wide range of pollinators and beneficial insects. The entirety can be used in teas and eaten in small quantities.
| Seeds Per Gram: | 200 |
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| SKU: | FH19 |
| Common Name: | Echinacea |
| Latin Name: | Echinacea purpea |
| Family: | Asteraceae |
| Bloom (species): | from late spring through early fall purplish pink flowers |
| Tree (species): | ornamental |
| Other Common Names: | Eastern Purple Coneflower, Hedge Coneflower, Black Sampson, Purple Coneflower |
| Lifecycle: | Perennial |
| Forest Layer: | Herb, Flower |
| Food Type: | Herb, Tea |
| Height: | 2-4ft |
| Width: | 1-2ft |
| Hardiness (species): | 3-10 |
| Sun: | Full, Partial |
| Native Range: | Eastern North America |
| Habitats: | Dry open woods, prairies and barrens |
| Soil PH: | 5.5-7.8 |
| Soil Type: | Sandy, Loam, Clay |
| Water Needs: | Low-Average |
| Pollinated By: | Bees, Butterflies |
| Companions: | Black-eyed Susans |
| Propagation: | Allow seed heads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds |
| Wildlife Supported: | Bees, Birds, Butterflies |
| Food Uses: | All parts (roots, stems, leaves) are edible in small quantities. |
| Sources: | pfaf.org wikipedia.org missouribotanicalgarden.org davesgarden.com |
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