Organic 'Purple' Echinacea
Organic Echinacea 'Purple' (Echinacea purpurea) from the seed company Gaia, a purple, robust and honey-producing heirloom perennial
Pale mauve coneflower is a majestic heritage perennial , bearing smooth stems 60 to 150 cm (2–5′) tall topped with solitary, lavender-colored flowers that bloom throughout the summer. Its drooping petals frame a central, purplish-brown, spiny cone that is highly attractive to pollinators. Its rough, widely spaced leaves taper towards the top, giving the plant a slender and graceful appearance. Hardy, long-lived, and prolific, it self-seeds readily and is an essential addition to any bee-friendly or naturalistic garden.
Spread/Habit : Upright clump
Plant height : 60 to 90 cm (24–36″)
Quantity per packet : 25 seeds
Certification : Environmentally friendly product
Special features : Drooping lavender flowers, spiny cone, very attractive to bees, robust, heritage perennial
Flower color : Pink / Purple (lavender)
Texture/flavor : Ornamental, medicinal (roots and petals not intended for regular consumption)
Cold tolerance : Very hardy, down to -34°C
Resistant to deer (undocumented → leave blank)
Farming method
Stratify for 2 weeks before sowing. Start sowing 8 to 10 weeks before planting out. Bury the seeds at a depth of 3 mm (1/8″) .
After the first true leaves appear, gradually harden off the seedlings before transplanting them outdoors.
Install in partial sun / partial shade (level 2) and water very lightly (level 1).
Germination: 10 to 21 days between 18–21 °C (optimum 20 °C).
Spacing: 45 cm (18″) between plants, 60 cm (24″) between rows.
Harvesting and preservation
Harvest when the petals are fully open , when the flowers are most decorative and sturdy.
To dry, hang the stems in a dry, well-ventilated place.
Usage ideas
• In hardy and long-lasting perennial beds
• In flowery meadows for pollinators
• As decorative cut flowers
• In naturalistic plantations or medicinal gardens
• With high, colorful borders
Pale mauve coneflower is a reliable, bee-friendly perennial with timeless elegance , perfect for enriching the garden with biodiversity, color and structure.
