Organic Echinacea purpurea 'Magnus' - Coneflower | 3 pcs.

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Echinacea purpurea 'Magnus' is a robust perennial with large, pink to purplish-pink petals and a striking orange-brown center. Its sturdy stems make it a reliable border plant and a great cut flower. It's also a real insect magnet: bees, bumblebees, and butterflies flock to it in summer.

'Magnus' blooms profusely and for a long time, usually from July through September. If you leave the spent flower heads on, the seed heads will remain decorative and attractive to birds in autumn and winter.

How, where, and when do I plant Bio Echinacea 'Magnus'?

Planting time

It's best to plant Echinacea in spring (March–May), as long as the ground isn't frozen. This allows the plant to establish roots and get a strong start to the growing season.

Planting method

Plant the rhizome with the central bud (crown) at ground level. Press the soil lightly and water generously after planting. Keep about 40–50 cm (16–20 in) between plants for a nice, full clump.

Location

This coneflower prefers a sunny spot (partial shade is also acceptable) in well-drained, fertile soil. It doesn't like wet feet in winter. On heavy clay, mixing in some compost and coarse sand helps.

Care

Water regularly during dry periods during the first season to help the plant establish its roots. After that, Echinacea is quite drought-tolerant. For a long bloom, you can cut off spent flowers, but you can also leave them to encourage attractive seed heads and increased biodiversity.

In spring (March/April), you can cut back the old stems to just above the ground. A handful of compost or organic fertilizer in the spring will ensure a strong start and abundant blooms.

Winter hardy

The Echinacea purpurea 'Magnus' is very winter-hardy. The above-ground portion dies back in winter and the plant regrows in spring. In severe frost or on very wet soil, feel free to leave the dead foliage a little longer for extra protection.

Propagation

After a few years, 'Magnus' forms a sturdy clump. You can divide the plant in spring or autumn. This keeps the plant healthy and provides you with additional plants for your garden.

Giving back to nature

Leave (some of) the seed heads in the fall: they're beautiful in the winter light and valuable to birds. You can cut back the foliage in spring and use it (finely chopped) as mulch or add it to the compost heap.

Origin

Echinacea purpurea is native to North America. The plant has long been popular in natural gardens due to its vigorous growth, long bloom time, and high value to pollinators.

Bio Echinacea purpurea 'Magnus' order information

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