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Is echinacea a perennial?
Yes. Echinacea (Echinacea purpurea), the purple coneflower, is a hardy perennial, roughly USDA zones 3 to 9, returning year after year.
Why won't my echinacea seeds germinate?
They usually need a cold, moist period first. Chill the seeds in the fridge for a few weeks before sowing, or sow outdoors in late fall; germination then takes about 10 to 21 days.
How much sun and space does echinacea need?
Grow it in full sun in soil that drains well, and space plants about 12 to 24 inches apart. It is drought tolerant once established.
When will echinacea bloom from seed?
Plants usually flower from their second year, once they are well established, then bloom reliably each summer after that.
Is echinacea good for wildlife?
Very. The flowers feed butterflies and bees in summer, and if you leave the seed heads standing, finches and other birds feed on them in winter.
How do I care for echinacea over the years?
Give it sun and good drainage, water it the first season, and divide the clumps every few years to keep them vigorous. Leave seed heads for winter interest and birds.
Q: “What is your shelf life? What conditions to store?”
You can easily store it for 3 years.
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