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Bring Lasting Colour and Wildlife to Your Garden

Echinacea purpurea, commonly known as the pink coneflower, is a robust perennial native to North America. Renowned for its vibrant pink petals and distinctive cone-shaped centres, this plant transforms borders and beds with height, texture, and colour.

• Height & Spread: Mature plants reach up to 150cm (59") tall and spread 60cm (24"), making them perfect for the middle or back of sunny borders.
• Blooming Period: Produces large, daisy-like flowers from July through September, providing a long-lasting summer display.
• Wildlife Friendly: The nectar-rich blooms attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, supporting local biodiversity.

Caring for Your Echinacea Purpurea

• Planting Time: Best planted in spring or autumn when soil is moist but not waterlogged.
• Location: Prefers full sun but tolerates light shade; ideal for well-drained soils with moderate fertility.
• Watering: Water regularly during establishment; once settled, Echinacea is drought tolerant and low maintenance.
• Pruning: Deadhead faded blooms to prolong flowering. Cut back stems in late autumn or early spring to encourage new growth.
• Hardiness: Fully hardy in the UK (USDA zones 3-9), surviving winter frosts with ease.

Design Ideas & Companion Planting

• Borders & Prairie Gardens: Combine with ornamental grasses, Rudbeckia, or Salvia for a naturalistic look.
• Cottage Gardens: Pair with lavender or coreopsis for extended colour and pollinator support.
• Cuts & Bouquets: Echinacea's sturdy stems make it excellent for fresh or dried arrangements.

Frequently Asked Questions

• When is the best time to plant bare root Echinacea?
  The ideal time is early spring or autumn when the soil is workable and not frozen.
• How quickly will my Echinacea grow and flower?
  Bare root plants typically establish in their first season and flower from their first summer onwards.
• What soil does Echinacea prefer?
  Echinacea thrives in moderately fertile, well-drained soil and prefers a sunny spot. Avoid heavy clay or waterlogged areas.