Echinacea pallida Seeds (Purple Coneflower)
Echinacea pallida, commonly known as “pale purple coneflower,” is a North American native perennial herb celebrated for its medicinal properties. It features slender, pale lavender-pink petals surrounding a prominent cone-shaped center. This hardy plant thrives in USDA hardiness zones 3-8 and prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Mature plants typically reach 2-3 feet in height, creating a lovely garden backdrop. Echinacea pallida seeds are available for propagation, making it an attractive choice for both traditional medicine enthusiasts and gardeners looking to enhance their landscapes with its striking blooms.
Growing Echinacea pallida from Seed
- Growth cycle: Perennial
- Watering: Light
- Sunlight: Full Sun
- Suitable climates: Marine West Coast, Mediterranean, Humid Subtropical, Tropical Wet, Tropical Wet & Dry, Arid
- Where to grow: Outdoors
- Flower color: Purple
Germinating Purple Coneflower Flower Seeds
To germinate Echinacea pallida seeds, stratify them in the refrigerator for 4-6 weeks. After stratification, sow seeds in well-drained soil, lightly covering them. Maintain soil moisture and provide indirect sunlight until seedlings emerge, typically within 2-3 weeks.
We source all of our Echinacea pallida seeds from a small greenhouse facility based in southeastern Maine and store them in a dark, temperature-controlled environment before shipment. You’ll find that our fresh Purple Coneflower seeds are much easier to germinate than the mass-produced packets of flower seeds found in stores! If you have any trouble growing Purple Coneflower seeds, we’re happy to send you additional gardening tips. In the (unlikely) event that your Echinacea pallida seeds do not germinate at all, we’ll give you a full refund, no questions asked.
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