Purple Coneflower Wildflower Seed
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Purple Coneflower is a popular and beloved perennial native plant known for its attractive purple-pink flowers and medicinal properties. Purple Coneflowers boast striking, daisy-like flowers with prominent coppery-orange central cones surrounded by vibrant, pink to purple petals. The flowers have a distinctive cone-shaped center, giving them their name.
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- Botanic Name: Echinacea purpurea
- Application or Use: Ornamental, Conservation, Habitat
- Germination Time: 14 - 21 days, under optimal conditions
- Growing Locations: Warm Season, Transition Zone, Cool Season
- Height: 3 - 4 feet
- Sunlight Requirements: 8+ hours, full sun for best results
- Advantages: Adapted to many soil types; showy blooms, excellent for landscaping; attracts pollinators.
- When to Plant: See instructions tab.
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These plants typically grow to heights of about 2 to 5 feet, featuring sturdy stems and producing several flowers. Purple Coneflowers bloom from early to late summer, showcasing their captivating flowers. The blooms attract pollinators such as bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects.
The plant's foliage consists of lance-shaped, coarse-textured leaves that are dark green and slightly hairy. Purple Coneflowers thrive in well-drained soil and prefer full sun but can tolerate partial shade. They're adaptable to various soil types and are relatively drought-tolerant once established.
These flowers are highly attractive to pollinators, making them a valuable addition to gardens aimed at supporting local wildlife. Purple Coneflowers are popular in perennial gardens, wildflower meadows, and naturalized areas, adding a splash of vibrant color and providing medicinal benefits. Echinacea extracts are used in herbal remedies for immune support.
Once established, Purple Coneflowers are relatively low-maintenance. Deadheading spent blooms can encourage prolonged flowering and prevent self-seeding. Purple Coneflowers are treasured for their stunning flowers, their attractiveness to pollinators, their adaptability, and their medicinal properties, making them an excellent choice for both ornamental and functional purposes in gardens and landscapes.
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Climate Zone(s)
Cool Season
Transition Zone
Warm Season
Coated or Raw
Raw
Fertilizer
Varies
GMO
No
Ideal pH
5.5 - 7.8
Innoculant Needed
No
Life Cycle
Perennial
Overseeding Rate
4 oz per 1,000 square feet
Seeding Depth
1/16 - 1/8 inch
Seeding Rate
12 - 14 lbs per acre
When to Plant
Spring & Fall
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Wildflower Planting Time Based on Region:
Southeast
- Fall, Winter: Sowing wildflowers in Fall/Winter is the ideal time in the Southeast, with October 1 – December 31 being the best dates. The weather is ideal for starting seeds, and seedlings can grow and harden off before frost.
- Spring: A good time to plant wildflowers, especially annual species that flower quickly. Plant after the last frost date when soil temperatures have warmed to around 55°F, typically occurring within a month or so after the final frost of winter; this ensures the seeds can germinate properly without being affected by cold weather.
- Summer: You can plant wildflower seeds in the summer, but the hot sun can dry out the soil and stress your seedlings. Summer is a good time to plant quick-growing annual wildflowers.
Southwest
- Fall: A good time to plant spring wildflowers in the desert Southwest. Fall's cooler temperatures and seasonal rains help seeds germinate. In the mountains, you can plant after spring frosts.
- Winter: In areas that get snow, winter seeding can give seeds an advantage in the spring.
- Spring: A popular time to plant wildflowers in most states. You can plant after the last frost and when the soil temperature is at least 55°F. In warmer climates, you can plant at the end of the rainy season.
- Summer: You can plant wildflower seeds in the summer, but the hot sun can dry out the soil and stress your seedlings. Summer is a good time to plant quick-growing annual wildflowers.
Northeast
- Fall, Winter: The best time to plant wildflowers in the Northeast is in late fall, after the first frost but before heavy snow. This is known as dormant seeding and can take place from November to December. Cold temperatures and damp soil during the winter help wildflower seeds germinate.
- Spring: Plant in early spring, after the ground has thawed and soil temperatures reach around 55-65°F. This is a popular time to plant wildflowers because it's typically rainier, which helps water seedlings.
- Summer: You can plant wildflower seeds in the summer, but the hot sun can dry out the soil and stress your seedlings. Summer is a good time to plant quick-growing annual wildflowers.
Midwest
- Fall, Winter: Plant in late fall (November–December) after the first frost. The seeds will overwinter and germinate in the spring. Fall planting is a good option for cooler climates and can give the seeds an early start in the spring.
- Spring: Plant in early spring (April–May) after the last frost when the soil temperature is consistently above 55°F. Spring is a popular time to plant because the soil is usually moist from rain, and you can see the wildflowers grow right away.
- Summer: You can plant wildflower seeds in the summer, but the hot sun can dry out the soil and stress your seedlings. Summer is a good time to plant quick-growing annual wildflowers.
Western
- Fall, Winter: Plant in late fall (November–December) after the first frost. The seeds will overwinter and germinate in the spring. Fall planting is a good option for cooler climates and can give the seeds an early start in the spring.
- Spring: Plant in early spring (April–May) after the last frost when the soil temperature is consistently above 55°F. Spring is a popular time to plant because the soil is usually moist from rain, and you can see the wildflowers grow right away.
- Summer: You can plant wildflower seeds in the summer, but the hot sun can dry out the soil and stress your seedlings. Summer is a good time to plant quick-growing annual wildflowers.
Pacific Northwest
- Fall, Winter: Plant in late fall (November–December) after the first frost. The seeds will overwinter and germinate in the spring. Fall planting is a good option for cooler climates and can give the seeds an early start in the spring.
- Spring: Plant in early spring (April–May) after the last frost when the soil temperature is consistently above 55°F. Spring is a popular time to plant because the soil is usually moist from rain, and you can see the wildflowers grow right away.
- Summer: In cooler zones with higher elevation, you can plant wildflowers in late spring to early summer, after the risk of frost has passed. You can plant wildflower seeds in the summer, but the hot sun can dry out the soil and stress your seedlings. Summer is a good time to plant quick-growing annual wildflowers.
Purple Coneflower Wildflower Seed
Purple Coneflower is a popular and beloved perennial native plant known for its attractive purple-pink flowers and medicinal properties. Purple Coneflowers boast striking, daisy-like flowers with prominent coppery-orange central cones surrounded by vibrant, pink to purple petals. The flowers have a distinctive cone-shaped center, giving them their name.
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Purple Coneflower is a popular and beloved perennial native plant known for its attractive purple-pink flowers and medicinal properties. Purple Coneflowers boast striking, daisy-like flowers with prominent coppery-orange central cones surrounded by vibrant, pink to purple petals. The flowers have a...
Purple Coneflower is a popular and beloved perennial native plant known for its attractive purple-pink flowers and medicinal properties. Purple Coneflowers boast striking, daisy-like flowers with prominent coppery-orange central cones surrounded by vibrant, pink to purple petals. The flowers have a distinctive cone-shaped center, giving them their name.
Product Information
Botanic Name: Echinacea purpurea
Application or Use: Ornamental, Conservation, Habitat
Germination Time: 14 - 21 days, under optimal conditions
Growing Locations: Warm Season, Transition Zone, Cool Season
Height: 3 - 4 feet
Sunlight Requirements: 8+ hours, full sun for best results
Advantages: Adapted to many soil types; showy blooms, excellent for landscaping; attracts pollinators.
When to Plant: See instructions tab.
Product Information
These plants typically grow to heights of about 2 to 5 feet, featuring sturdy stems and producing several flowers. Purple Coneflowers bloom from early to late summer, showcasing their captivating flowers. The blooms attract pollinators such as bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects.
The plant's foliage consists of lance-shaped, coarse-textured leaves that are dark green and slightly hairy. Purple Coneflowers thrive in well-drained soil and prefer full sun but can tolerate partial shade. They're adaptable to various soil types and are relatively drought-tolerant once established.
These flowers are highly attractive to pollinators, making them a valuable addition to gardens aimed at supporting local wildlife. Purple Coneflowers are popular in perennial gardens, wildflower meadows, and naturalized areas, adding a splash of vibrant color and providing medicinal benefits. Echinacea extracts are used in herbal remedies for immune support.
Once established, Purple Coneflowers are relatively low-maintenance. Deadheading spent blooms can encourage prolonged flowering and prevent self-seeding. Purple Coneflowers are treasured for their stunning flowers, their attractiveness to pollinators, their adaptability, and their medicinal properties, making them an excellent choice for both ornamental and functional purposes in gardens and landscapes.
*Product packaging may appear different than what is pictured.
Climate Zone(s)
Cool Season
Transition Zone
Warm Season
Coated or Raw
Raw
Fertilizer
Varies
GMO
No
Ideal pH
5.5 - 7.8
Innoculant Needed
No
Life Cycle
Perennial
Overseeding Rate
4 oz per 1,000 square feet
Seeding Depth
1/16 - 1/8 inch
Seeding Rate
12 - 14 lbs per acre
When to Plant
Spring & Fall
Instructions
For more info on planting instructions and tips for the best results – check out our Warranty & Planting Information here!
Wildflower Planting Time Based on Region: Southeast Fall, Winter: Sowing wildflowers in Fall/Winter is the ideal time in the Southeast, with October 1 – December 31 being the best dates. The weather is ideal for starting seeds, and seedlings can grow and...
Wildflower Planting Time Based on Region:
Southeast
Fall, Winter: Sowing wildflowers in Fall/Winter is the ideal time in the Southeast, with October 1 – December 31 being the best dates. The weather is ideal for starting seeds, and seedlings can grow and harden off before frost.
Spring: A good time to plant wildflowers, especially annual species that flower quickly. Plant after the last frost date when soil temperatures have warmed to around 55°F, typically occurring within a month or so after the final frost of winter; this ensures the seeds can germinate properly without being affected by cold weather.
Summer: You can plant wildflower seeds in the summer, but the hot sun can dry out the soil and stress your seedlings. Summer is a good time to plant quick-growing annual wildflowers.
Southwest
Fall: A good time to plant spring wildflowers in the desert Southwest. Fall's cooler temperatures and seasonal rains help seeds germinate. In the mountains, you can plant after spring frosts.
Winter: In areas that get snow, winter seeding can give seeds an advantage in the spring.
Spring: A popular time to plant wildflowers in most states. You can plant after the last frost and when the soil temperature is at least 55°F. In warmer climates, you can plant at the end of the rainy season.
Summer: You can plant wildflower seeds in the summer, but the hot sun can dry out the soil and stress your seedlings. Summer is a good time to plant quick-growing annual wildflowers.
Northeast
Fall, Winter: The best time to plant wildflowers in the Northeast is in late fall, after the first frost but before heavy snow. This is known as dormant seeding and can take place from November to December. Cold temperatures and damp soil during the winter help wildflower seeds germinate.
Spring: Plant in early spring, after the ground has thawed and soil temperatures reach around 55-65°F. This is a popular time to plant wildflowers because it's typically rainier, which helps water seedlings.
Summer: You can plant wildflower seeds in the summer, but the hot sun can dry out the soil and stress your seedlings. Summer is a good time to plant quick-growing annual wildflowers.
Midwest
Fall, Winter: Plant in late fall (November–December) after the first frost. The seeds will overwinter and germinate in the spring. Fall planting is a good option for cooler climates and can give the seeds an early start in the spring.
Spring: Plant in early spring (April–May) after the last frost when the soil temperature is consistently above 55°F. Spring is a popular time to plant because the soil is usually moist from rain, and you can see the wildflowers grow right away.
Summer: You can plant wildflower seeds in the summer, but the hot sun can dry out the soil and stress your seedlings. Summer is a good time to plant quick-growing annual wildflowers.
Western
Fall, Winter: Plant in late fall (November–December) after the first frost. The seeds will overwinter and germinate in the spring. Fall planting is a good option for cooler climates and can give the seeds an early start in the spring.
Spring: Plant in early spring (April–May) after the last frost when the soil temperature is consistently above 55°F. Spring is a popular time to plant because the soil is usually moist from rain, and you can see the wildflowers grow right away.
Summer: You can plant wildflower seeds in the summer, but the hot sun can dry out the soil and stress your seedlings. Summer is a good time to plant quick-growing annual wildflowers.
Pacific Northwest
Fall, Winter: Plant in late fall (November–December) after the first frost. The seeds will overwinter and germinate in the spring. Fall planting is a good option for cooler climates and can give the seeds an early start in the spring.
Spring: Plant in early spring (April–May) after the last frost when the soil temperature is consistently above 55°F. Spring is a popular time to plant because the soil is usually moist from rain, and you can see the wildflowers grow right away.
Summer: In cooler zones with higher elevation, you can plant wildflowers in late spring to early summer, after the risk of frost has passed. You can plant wildflower seeds in the summer, but the hot sun can dry out the soil and stress your seedlings. Summer is a good time to plant quick-growing annual wildflowers.
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Purple Coneflower Wildflower Seed
Purple Coneflower is a popular and beloved perennial native plant known for its attractive purple-pink flowers and medicinal properties. Purple Coneflowers boast striking, daisy-like flowers with prominent coppery-orange central cones surrounded by vibrant, pink to purple petals. The flowers have a distinctive cone-shaped center, giving them their name.
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