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Hardy perennial
Asteraceae
Perennials
Echinacea 'Glowing Dream'
Echinacea
Echinacea 'Glowing Dream': 60 cm high and 50 cm spread, full sun exposure. Pink, coral flowers in July-October. Zone 4; choose soil compatible with its moisture requirements.
- Exposure
- Sun
- Life cycle
- Hardy perennial
- Hardiness
- Zone 4
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Common nameEchinacea 'Glowing Dream'
FamilyAsteraceae
GenusEchinacea
CultivarGlowing Dream
TypeHardy perennial
Botanical nameEchinacea
With Echinacea ‘Glowing Dream’, the flower bed welcomes a plant whose flowers display shades of pink and coral. The foliage has green hues, to be highlighted among different textures. The usual flowering period is July-October. Its size of 60 cm by 50 cm reserves it a place in the middle of the flower bed and for group plantings, without forgetting the space of its neighbors.
Soil choice is essential for Echinacea ‘Glowing Dream’: well-drained garden soil, retaining moderate moisture during establishment. The preferred exposure is full sun. Support the rooting of Echinacea ‘Glowing Dream’ with deep watering, then check the moisture before watering again. Adjust the frequency to rainfall and heat; avoid small daily applications to already moist soil. A spacing of approximately 50 cm between centers is a starting point, to be adjusted according to observed vigor. The indicated hardiness zone is 4, to be assessed according to your garden's conditions.
Maintenance of Echinacea ‘Glowing Dream’ primarily relies on observing the clump: keep healthy leaves after flowering; leave some flower heads for winter texture or remove them for a neater appearance. Echinaceas appreciate an aerated crown and efficient drainage, especially during late winter thaws. For pairings, consider campanulas, daylilies, and perennial geraniums in varieties with similar needs. The flowering period (July-October) and the spread of 50 cm will serve as guides for distributing other plants around this one.
Planting guide
From planting to establishment.
Spacing / density
50 cm
Best planting time
Spring after the thaw, or early autumn, allowing time for the roots to establish before the severe cold.
Propagation
Division of clumps; root cuttings. Sowing does not guarantee the fidelity of a named cultivar.
Growing method
Echinacea 'Glowing Dream': Spring after the thaw or early autumn, allowing time for the roots to establish before the severe cold. Accompany the rooting of Echinacea 'Glowing Dream' with deep waterings, then check the moisture before watering again. Adjust the frequency according to rain and heat; avoid small daily waterings on already moist soil. Echinaceas appreciate an aerated crown and effective drainage, especially during late winter thaws.
Soil and care
The right care,at the right time.
Soil pH
neutral; general indication of the botanical group
Care level
Routine maintenance
Watering
When Echinacea ‘Glowing Dream’ is establishing, water deeply, then check soil moisture before watering again. Adjust frequency based on rain and heat; avoid light daily watering if the soil is already moist.
Soil type
Well-drained garden soil, retaining moderate moisture during installation
Fertilization
Fertilizer for flowering
Moisture
Moderate humidity; water according to the actual state of the root ball
Seasonal care
Echinacea 'Glowing Dream': keep healthy foliage after flowering; leave some seed heads for winter texture or remove for a tidier appearance. During its blooming period (July-October), also watch for damaged stems and neighboring plants that might mask the clump.
Container growing
A garden,within reach.
Recommended pot size
A stable and perforated container, noticeably wider than the root ball; size to be adapted to the format sold and to adult growth.
To try Echinacea 'Glowing Dream' in a container, choose a stable pot with drainage holes, suited to the root ball and its future spread (50 cm). Water must drain freely after each watering; check the root ball more often than you would for plants in the ground. Plan to protect the container in winter depending on your climate.
Bloom and dimensions
Its place,in your garden.
Mature height
24 inches (61 cm)
Width / spread
20 inches (51 cm)
Flower color
Pink
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Growth rate
Fast
Growth habit
Erected
Fragrance
Not documented for this selection
Bloom period
July-October
Garden associations
In goodcompany.
Companion plants
Consider the following companion plants for Echinacea 'Glowing Dream': bellflowers, daylilies, perennial geraniums. Choose varieties that tolerate sun and comparable moisture; allow each clump its mature space.
Plants to avoid
Around Echinacea 'Glowing Dream', especially avoid neighboring plants that would cover its leaves or strongly compete with its root ball. Compatibility in terms of light, water, and size takes precedence over a list of so-called enemy plants.
Frequently asked questions
Your questions,answered.
Where to plant Echinacea 'Glowing Dream'?
Provide sun and suitable soil (drained garden soil, retaining moderate moisture during installation). Coneflowers appreciate good air circulation around the crown and efficient drainage, especially during late winter thaws.
Where should I plant Echinacea 'Glowing Dream'?
Expect it to reach about 60 cm in height and 50 cm in width at maturity. Allow approximately 50 cm between plant centers, adjusting according to the actual development of the clump. This size is suitable for use in the middle of a border and for group plantings.
When does Echinacea 'Glowing Dream' bloom?
The period indicated is July-October. The flower palette is pink, coral. The exact date and duration depend on the climate, the season, and the plant's establishment.
How to water and care for Echinacea 'Glowing Dream'?
Accompany the root establishment of Echinacea 'Glowing Dream' with deep watering, then check the moisture before watering again. Adjust frequency based on rain and heat; avoid small daily waterings on already moist soil. Keep leaves healthy after flowering; leave some seed heads for winter texture or remove them for a tidier look.
Can Echinacea 'Glowing Dream' be grown in a pot?
To try 'Glowing Dream' echinacea in a container, choose a stable pot with drainage holes, suitable for the root ball and its future spread (50 cm). Water must drain freely after each watering; check the root ball more often than if it were planted in the ground. Plan to protect the container in winter depending on your climate.
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