purple coneflower

Purple Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea ‘Avalanche’) should be watered sparingly but deeply. Aim for 1-2 inches of water once a week, allowing for the soil to dry out in between watering. As a general rule of thumb, poke your finger in the soil up to the first knuckle and feel to see if the soil is moist. If it is dry, it’s time for a drink. If it’s wet, take a break from watering. Make sure to water the root zone and avoid wetting the leaves, as this can promote fungal diseases.

Purple coneflower (Echinacea purpurea 'Avalanche') thrives in full sun for most of the day. 6-8 hours of direct sunlight is sufficient for this plant species and will help it grow and bloom better. If possible, place the plant in an area that receives full sun in the morning, which can help with flowering and hardening of the foliage in the afternoon. Partial shade is also acceptable but should be avoided during hot summer months.

Purple coneflowers (Echinacea purpurea 'Avalanche') should be pruned during the late spring or early summer, once any possible frost has passed. Pruning should take place approximately 2-3 months after the blooms have passed. To prune, remove all of the dead and wilting stems down to the ground. To encourage more blooms, selectively remove spent blossoms and the top portions of the stems to the point of where new buds are visible. This process should be repeated every summer to keep the plant looking its best.