Botanical profile

Echinacea purpurea 'Magnus Superior'

Latin name
Echinacea 'Magnus Superior' (pur.)
Common name
Echinacea 'Magnus Superior'
Type
Perennial
Family
Asteraceae

Carried on sturdy, slightly darker green stems, this improved version of Magnus features a profusion of delicate lavender-pink flowers, each adorned with a coppery-orange central cone. It has a more even growth habit and excellent disease and drought tolerance once established.

Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

Hummingbirds
Flowers that attract hummingbirds

Hummingbirds

Deer
Less attractive or generally tolerated by deer

Deer

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 3
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Weak
Fertilization
Fertilizer for flowering
Soil type
Well drained, Limestone
Minimum temperature
'-40°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
July-September
Flower color
Pink
Foliage color
Green
Shape
Erected
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
24 inches (61 cm)
Width
16 inches (40.5 cm)
Growth rate
Fast

The availability of our plants varies depending on arrivals, seasons, nursery production and supplier availability. Some varieties may be offered for a limited time only, depending on their natural cycle or current stock. These plant profiles are designed to guide and inspire you when choosing plants for the garden, landscaping projects, containers or long-lasting outdoor arrangements.