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Echinacea Purpurea Pink Parasol 1 Seed Packet (35 Seeds)
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Once established this bushy variety produces clusters of sturdy stems topped with spectacular, large, deep purplish pink blooms, each reaching up to 7-10cm in diameter. The bright orange cones stand out against the purple-pink blooms, providing a spectacular display that makes a great cut flower.Sow Feb-June (February sowings will flower in first year). Sow seeds onto the surface of a good, free-draining, damp, seed compost. Cover with a very fine sprinkling of compost or vermiculite. Place sown container in a propagator or seal container inside a polythene bag at a temperature of 15-20C (59-68F) until after germination which usually takes 10-21 days. Do not exclude light as this helps germination.Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle into trays or 7.5cm (3in) pots. Gradually acclimatise young plants to cooler conditions for a few weeks before planting out after all risk of frost, 45cm (18in) apart.Product Specifications:Position in: full sunHeight: Up to 120cmSpread: Up to 60cmSupplied as 1 x Seed Packet (35 Seeds)Images shown are for guidance only of the expected results from plants upon maturity. Different growing conditions might vary results. Image may be included for illustration of supply but can vary due to seasonality changes (e.g. deciduous plants lose leaves in colder months).
- in Sunny areas
- Moist, fertile & well drained Average garden soil
Features and benefits
- Echinacea purpurea 'Pink Parasol' has stunning, deep purplish-pink blooms
- The contrasting orange cones stand out spectacularly against the purple flowers
- Each bloom can reach 7-10cm in diameter, larger than other varieties.
Specifications
Attracts pollinators | Attracts pollinators |
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Colour group | Pink |
Edible | Inedible |
Product code | 5057554105090 |