purple coneflower

Water Purple Coneflower deeply and infrequently to ensure its roots are reaching deep into the soil. You should water the soil to a depth of 3-4 inches and do it about every 7-10 days, or whenever the top few inches of soil is dry. Place your finger into the soil up to the second knuckle for an accurate assessment of the moisture levels. Make sure it does not remain soggy or overly wet.

Purple coneflowers (Echinacea purpurea 'Kim's Knee High') need full-sun or at least 6 to 8 hours of sunlight per day. The best time of day for sun exposure is from 10am to 6pm, since during this time the angle of the sun is more direct. Avoid exposing these plants to midday sun when temperatures are at their highest.

The best time to prune purple coneflowers (Echinacea purpurea 'Kim's Knee High') is late winter or early spring, before new growth appears. The plants don't require much pruning, but trimming off old, dead, or damaged stems will help keep the plant healthy and vibrant. Cut back the stems to about 6-8 inches above the ground and remove any dried seedheads. Deadheading spent flowers during the flowering season will encourage re-blooming and should improve the appearance of the plant.