Echinacea Growing Guide
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Planting Echinacea
- Plant in spring after the last frost.
- Keep plants cool until planting and becareful that they do not dry out.
- These plants will grow in most soils provided they are not too wet and are adequately drained.
- Choose a planting spot in full sun to partial shade.
- Plant with the top of the crown, base of the fans 3 cm (1 in) below soil level and space 40 to 45 cm (16 to 18 in) apart. The roots should not be showing after planting.
- Water thoroughly after planting.
Growing Echinacea
- Water as needed during active growth periods, but allow the soil to become dry between watering.
- This is a bold plant that can be used as a focal point in the middle or back of the garden.
Care Echinacea
- These flowers last a long time as cut flowers, making them popular for arrangements and bouquets.
- These flowers attract hummingbirds and butterflies.
Winterizing Echinacea
- Foliage should be cut back in the fall.
- For new plants, provide a winter mulch of evergreen boughs or salt marsh hay after the ground freezes to help prevent heaving.
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