Coneflower PowWow® Wild Berry
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PowWow® Wild Berry Echinacea (Echinacea purpurea) , offered by the seed company WH Perron
PowWow® Wild Berry coneflower is an exceptional perennial, known for its large, vibrant pinkish-purple flowers and its ability to bloom in the first year if sown early. A 2010 All-America Selections winner, this compact variety is distinguished by its 7-10 cm diameter flowers with a vivid and long-lasting color. Highly floriferous, it attracts pollinators all summer long and is heat-tolerant, making it a versatile plant for borders, flower beds, or container gardening.
Latin name : Echinacea purpurea
Maturity : Perennial
Germination : 10 to 20 days
Sowing temperature : 20 to 24 °C
Plant height : 61 to 76 cm
Spread : 30 to 46 cm
Color : Vibrant pinkish-purple
Quantity per packet : Approximately 15 seeds
Formulation : Naked
Uses : Flower beds, borders, container gardening
Flowering : June to September
Companion plants : Salvia, coreopsis, lavender, rudbeckia, gaillardia, yarrow
Enemy plants : No known specific enemies
Cultivation method:
Sow the seeds indoors about 8 to 10 weeks before the last frost, maintaining a temperature of 20 to 24°C (68 to 75°F) for germination in 10 to 20 days. Transplant the seedlings into the garden or pots after all risk of frost has passed. Plant in well-drained soil in full sun. Space the plants 30 to 46 cm (12 to 18 inches) apart to allow them to develop fully. Deadhead regularly to prolong flowering. This coneflower is heat-tolerant and requires little maintenance.
A vibrant and long-lasting bloom!
Perfect for gardeners seeking vibrant colors and abundant blooms, the PowWow® Wild Berry coneflower is a true garden star. Easy to grow, it will bring brightness and vitality to your outdoor spaces, while also attracting pollinators!
