Echinacea Seeds - Herbaceous Perennial, Wildflower
Echinacea purpurea
The dried herb is also available in the shop, when stock is plentiful.
Life Cycle: Perennial
Height: 3-4 ft
Max Diameter: 2 ft.
USDA Zone: 3-10
Light: Full Sun / Partial Shade
Harvest: 180 days
Echinacea Seeds - Echinacea purpurea
About This Species
- Common Names = Echinacea, Purple Coneflower, Hedge Coneflower
- Self-seeds prolifically when seedheads are allowed to develop
- Colorful flowers attract butterflies, bees and beneficial insects
- Plants are heat-tolerant and drought-tolerant
- Widely used for centuries by Native Americans for herbal remedies
- Benefits have been confirmed by modern science
- Commonly used for boosting the immune system and to shorten the duration of the common cold
- Used to reduce flu symptoms, such as sore throat, cough, and fever
Growing Tips
1. Sow seeds 1/8" deep in small pots or flats with moistened seed-starting mix. Spritz with water to settle into soil.
2. Place in warm indirect sunlight and keep soil moist. Germination will occur in 10-20 days.
3. Resize into bigger pots as needed. Transplant 4” tall seedlings 12” apart next to a trellis/fence after last frost. Protect young plants during the first few winters.*** Harvest in 180 days for herbal use.
Additional Info
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Our plants are all grown & harvested 100% organically-- free of any synthetic fertilizers, chemical pesticides or GMOs.
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The literature here is for educational purposes only, and is not meant to replace the diagnosis or treatment of medical professionals. The information in this listing is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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Please do your own research and learn any precautions associated with any of the natural herbs.
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