purple coneflower

When watering your purple coneflower (Echinacea purpurea 'Amado'), water deeply and infrequently. This will encourage the plant to have a deep and extensive root system. The best time of day to water is early morning, as this will give the plant a chance to access wind and sun during the day. In general, during the growing season (spring and summer), water your purple coneflower every 5-7 days. Water 1-2 gallons per plant, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. During the winter months, you will need to adjust your watering schedule and water only when the soil feels dry.

Purple coneflowers (Echinacea purpurea 'Amado') grow best in full sun. During the growing season (spring to late summer) the plants should receive 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight per day. In the hottest months of summer, the plants may benefit from partial shade in the late afternoon to protect them from the heat. Conversely, in cooler climates during summer and in early spring the bushes can benefit from full sun all day to help them get established faster.

Purple coneflowers should be lightly pruned in the late winter or early spring before new growth appears. All the ugly and dead stems should be removed as close to the base of the plant as possible. Avoid pruning any green stems or buds. During the late summer, after the plant has stopped blooming, you can prune the top half of the plant. This encourages new basal branching. Avoid pruning any stems after the first frost, as this will leave the plant vulnerable when the cold season arrives.