Purple Coneflower Seeds
Discover the beauty of the Purple Coneflower, Echinacea purpurea, a famous North American native. This hybrid 'Magnus' variety offers lovely daisy-like flowers in mauve pink to purple, perfect for meadows and borders. Unlike wild types, it features shorter stems and non-drooping petals. Known for its resilience, it tolerates drought and cold, making it easy to grow in zones 4-9. This plant is a magnet for butterflies, bees, and birds, adding vibrant life and color to your garden throughout mid to late summer.
$10.11
Owner Satisfaction
4.4
/ 5
Category Rank
5470
/ 6090
#5470 in Seeds & Seed Tape
Price vs Category Average
-5%
Below average
Hardiness Zones
49
/ through
Who it's for
- High Pollinator Appeal
- Low Maintenance Perennial
- Extended Bloom Time
Who should skip it
- Requires Cold Stratification
- Slow First-Year Growth
- Susceptible to Aster Yellows
Key Specs
Hardiness Zones
4 through 9
Mature Height
24-36 inches
Mature Spread
18-24 inches
Light Requirement
Full Sun
Soil Type Compatibility
Clay, Well-Drained, Loamy
Ships As
Potted Plant
Neonicotinoid Free
Yes
Bloom Time
Mid to late summer
Features
- Attracts butterflies, birds, and bees
- Hybrid 'Magnus' with non-drooping petals
- Tolerates dry soil conditions
- Resistant to deer browsing
- Provides long-lasting summer blooms
- Easy to establish and grow
- Native North American perennial
- Suitable for cut flowers
What customers say
Customer sentiment centers on the successful creation of vibrant, pollinator-attracting gardens. Users highly value the resulting healthy, robust coneflowers that quickly draw bees and butterflies, fulfilling the product's ecological promise. Brand trust is high due to the perceived quality of the non-GMO seeds. A key point of discussion involves germination variability; while many report excellent sprouting success, some experience poor results despite following planting guidelines. Analysts suggest environmental factors often influence these inconsistent initial outcomes. Despite this hurdle, the long-term value is strongly rated. Established plants prove hardy and drought-tolerant, offering continuous beauty and ecological benefit for years, making the eventual reward worthwhile for dedicated native gardeners.
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