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(100% Non-GMO, Heirloom)
The highest quality Echinacea seeds bring the legendary power of the Purple Coneflower directly to your home landscape. When it comes to a "Triple-Threat" plant, Echinacea is the "Homestead Hero." This heirloom is famous for its vibrant purple petals and prominent orange cones that have been the backbone of traditional herbalism for centuries. At The Seed Guy, we believe we aren't just selling seeds; we are planting a natural shield for your family's health, a sanctuary for honeybees and butterflies, and a ruggedly beautiful perennial that stands tall against the summer heat.
In the garden, Echinacea is a "Multitasking Master." This variety is the premier choice for anyone who wants to "get your wellness on" while protecting their other crops—acting as a powerful companion plant that draws in beneficial insects while deterring unwanted pests. Just visualize a border of these majestic purple blooms swaying in the breeze, buzzing with life; that is the "Healthy Vibe" of a thriving ecosystem. It is a world-renowned medicinal herb, where the roots and petals are utilized in teas and tinctures to support the immune system and help the body fight off seasonal sniffles. At The Seed Guy, our seeds are tested for elite germination, ensuring you get strong, hardy plants that deliver "stunning" beauty and medicinal healing year after year.
To create a truly diverse and functional garden sanctuary, consider planting these majestic blooms alongside our Chamomile, Bouquet Dill, and Chives to create a pollinator paradise that doubles as a potent medicinal pantry!
Why choose heirloom Echinacea Seeds?
✅ 100% Non-GMO
✅ Open-pollinated
✅ A premier medicinal herb for natural immune support and wellness
✅ A "Pollinator Favorite" that attracts butterflies, bees, and songbirds
✅ Incredibly drought-tolerant and hardy; thrives in poor soil once established
✅ Provides stunning, long-lasting cut flowers for your indoor arrangements
✅ Natural Sentry: Acts as a garden guard to distract pests from your vegetables.
✅ Timeless Heirloom: Bridging the ornamental flower bed and the apothecary
Quick Growing Specifications:
Hardiness Zone: 3-9
Days to Maturity: 90-120 Days (Flowers in 2nd year)
Planting Depth: 1/8" Deep
Plant Spacing: 18-24" Apart
Germination: 10-21 Days
Echinacea Planting Instructions:
1. When to Plant: Sow indoors 8-10 weeks before the last frost, or direct sow in early spring or late autumn. These seeds benefit from "cold stratification" (a winter chill).
2. Preparation: Prefers full sun and well-drained soil. While they are tough, they do best in soil that doesn't stay waterlogged.
3. Sowing: Plant seeds 1/8 inch deep. They need a little bit of light to help them wake up and grow.
4. Care: Be patient! Echinacea often spends its first year building a strong root system and will explode with flowers in the second year. Deadhead spent blooms to encourage more flowering.
5. Pests and Diseases: Very few pests bother Echinacea. In the fall, leave the dried seed heads standing—goldfinches love to eat the seeds during the winter!
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