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Hardy perennial
Asteraceae
Perennials
Coneflower ‘Magenta’
Echinacea
Echinacea 'Magenta': 60 cm high and 60 cm wide, full sun exposure. Pink flowers in June-October. Zone 4; choose soil compatible with its moisture requirements.
- Exposure
- Sun
- Life cycle
- Hardy perennial
- Hardiness
- Zone 4
Discover the plant
Common nameConeflower ‘Magenta’
FamilyAsteraceae
GenusEchinacea
CultivarMagenta
TypeHardy perennial
Botanical nameEchinacea
Echinacea 'Magenta' (Echinacea 'Magenta') brings a palette of pink to the garden. The foliage has shades of green, to be highlighted among different textures. The usual flowering period is June-October. The clump occupies approximately 60 cm in height and 60 cm in spread; use these dimensions to position the plant in the middle of a flower bed and for group plantings.
To install Echinacea 'Magenta', look for the following exposure: full sun and suitable soil (drained garden soil, retaining moderate moisture during installation). Support the rooting of Echinacea 'Magenta' with deep watering, then check the moisture before watering again. Adjust the frequency to rain and heat; avoid small daily waterings on already moist soil. A margin corresponding to its 60 cm spread avoids having to move the clump in the first few seasons. The indicated hardiness zone is zone 4, to be assessed according to your garden conditions.
In a planting of Echinacea 'Magenta', keep the healthy leaves after the flowers; leave some seed heads for winter texture or remove them for a tidier appearance. Echinaceas appreciate an airy crown and effective drainage, particularly during late winter thaws. For pairings, consider daylilies, perennial geraniums, and campanulas in varieties with similar needs. Keep its 60 cm height in mind to place lower plants on the right side and allow the flowers to be visible during June-October.
Planting guide
From planting to establishment.
Spacing / density
23.62 inches
Best planting time
Spring after the thaw or early autumn, allowing the roots to settle before the severe cold sets in.
Propagation
Division of clumps; root cuttings. Sowing does not guarantee the fidelity of a named cultivar.
Growing method
Echinacea ‘Magenta’: In spring after the thaw, or in early fall, allowing time for roots to establish before the deep cold. Support the rooting of Echinacea ‘Magenta’ with deep watering, then check for moisture before watering again. Adjust frequency according to rain and heat; avoid small daily waterings on already damp soil. Echinaceas appreciate good air circulation around the crown and efficient drainage, particularly 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 establishing Echinacea 'Magenta', water deeply, then check the soil moisture before watering again. Adjust the frequency according to rainfall and heat; avoid light daily watering when the soil is already moist.
Soil type
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 ‘Magenta’: leave healthy foliage after flowering; leave some seed heads for winter texture or remove them for a tidier look. During its flowering period (June-October), also watch for damaged stems and neighboring plants that might obscure the clump.
Container growing
A garden,within reach.
Recommended pot size
A stable container with drainage holes, noticeably wider than the root ball; size to be adapted to the format sold and the adult development.
To try Echinacea 'Magenta' in a container, choose a stable pot with drainage holes, suitable for the root ball and its future size (60 cm). Water must drain freely after each watering; check the root ball more often than if it were 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
24 inches (61 cm)
Flower color
Pink
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Lapsed
Growth rate
Fast
Growth habit
Erected
Fragrance
Not documented for this selection
Bloom period
June-October
Garden associations
In goodcompany.
Companion plants
Companion plants for Echinacea 'Magenta': daylilies, perennial geraniums, campanulas. Choose varieties that tolerate sun and comparable moisture; allow enough space for each clump to reach its mature size.
Plants to avoid
Around Echinacea 'Magenta', above all avoid neighbors that would cover its leaves or strongly compete with its rootball. Compatibility in terms of light, water, and spread takes precedence over a list of so-called enemy plants.
Frequently asked questions
Your questions,answered.
Where to plant Echinacea 'Magenta'?
Provide sunlight and suitable soil (drained garden soil that retains moderate moisture during installation). Coneflowers appreciate good air circulation around their crowns and efficient drainage, especially during late winter thaws.
Where should I plant Echinacea 'Magenta'?
Expect a height and spread of about 60 cm at maturity. Approximately 60 cm between centers, to be adjusted according to the actual development of the clump. This size is suitable for use in the middle of a border and for group planting.
When does Echinacea 'Magenta' bloom?
The indicated period is June-October. The flower color range is pink. The exact date and duration depend on the climate, season, and plant establishment.
How to water and care for Echinacea 'Magenta'?
Accompany the establishment of Echinacea 'Magenta' with deep waterings, then check the moisture before watering again. Adjust the frequency to rainfall and heat; avoid small daily waterings on already moist soil. Keep the leaves healthy after the flowers; leave some seed heads for winter texture or remove them for a tidier appearance.
Can Echinacea 'Magenta' be grown in a pot?
To grow Echinacea 'Magenta' in a container, choose a well-draining, stable pot that accommodates the root ball and its future size (60 cm). Water should drain freely after each watering; check the root ball more often than you would for plants in the ground. Depending on your climate, plan to protect the container in winter.
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