purple coneflower

Purple coneflowers (Echinacea purpurea 'Cygnet White') should be watered well so that the soil becomes moist but not waterlogged. They typically need to be watered once or twice a week, depending on the temperature, humidity, and sunshine. In hot and dry conditions, it should be watered more frequently (twice a week); however, during cooler periods it should be watered less often (once a week). When watering, be sure to thoroughly soak the soil, ensuring that the entire root system is moistened. If there is standing water on the soil's surface, the plant is being overwatered.

The purple coneflower (Echinacea purpurea 'Cygnet White') thrives in full sun, at least 6-8 hours of direct, unfiltered sunlight each day. When the plant is not getting enough sunlight, its growth will be stunted, and it will lack the vibrant color and flowering that it usually yields. In some cases, plants that receive too little sunlight may fail to thrive completely. Too much direct sunlight, however, can cause the same issues. The purple coneflower will do best in full sun during the morning and afternoon, with fewer hours in the afternoon if the sunlight is very intense.

Purple coneflowers should typically be pruned back once a year in the late winter or early spring, just before new growth begins. Trim off any dead or damaged stems and blossoms at any time during the growing season. To encourage proper shape, look for stems that are crossing each other or growing in an awkward direction and trim them back. Cut the stems back to 6 to 8 inches in length so that there will be room for new growth. Additionally, lightly shear the entire plant after it has bloomed to encourage more blooming and fullness.