purple coneflower
Echinacea 'Piccolino'
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Minimum
Hardiness Zone:
3 - 8
Flowers:
Pink (double) Flowers
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green,purple
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Purple coneflower (Echinacea 'Piccolino') should be watered approximately once a week, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. In the summer months, you may need to water your plant more frequently due to increased temperatures and evaporation. If possible, adapt your schedule to seasonal changes in the weather. Deep watering is best for this plant species, using enough water to reach the entire root zone. To prevent root rot, always make sure the soil drains well and never let the plant sit in water.
sunlight
Purple coneflower (Echinacea 'Piccolino') should be planted in an area that receives full sun for at least 6 to 8 hours a day, ideally from midmorning until mid-afternoon. Partial shade for part of the day may be tolerated, but the plant will produce more flowers and grow bigger with ample sunlight. It is also important to make sure that the plant stays dry in order to prevent mildew and powdery mildew, and full sun helps with this.
pruning
Purple coneflower (Echinacea 'Piccolino') should not require heavy pruning and is best suited for a light trim after flowering. To ensure optimal blooms, wait until the blossoms have begun to fade or turn brown and then cut the stem about 6 inches above the base of the plant. This will help encourage other flower buds to develop and prolong the blooming through the season. After flowering, the stems can be easily removed from the base of the plant making it easier to tidy up and refresh the garden for the following year. In the fall, you can cut it back to approximately 6 inches from the soil line. This will encourage a stronger root structure and healthier growth the following year.
