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purple coneflower

Echinacea purpurea 'Red Knee High'

Also Known As - echinacea,purple coneflower,purple coneflower

The purple coneflower (Echinacea purpurea 'Red Knee High') is a sight to behold. Its deep purple petals stand in beautiful contrast to the long, fluffy, golden pollen-filled center cone. This gorgeous perennial grows well in sunny, dry spots, and can reach up to knee-high heights. The flowers will bloom from summer to late autumn and will attract an array of beneficial pollinators, like butterflies and bees. This hardy plant is also drought- resistant, making it an ideal option for those with busy schedules or limited water sources, and they make a great addition to any garden.

Cycle:

Herbaceous Perennial

Watering:

Minimum

Propagation:

Seed Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

3 - 8

Flowers:

Purplish pink Flowers In Summer

Sun:

Full sun

Soil:

Sandy Loamy Clay Rocky

Fruits:

red,brown Fruits In Autumn Ready In Fall

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green,red

Growth Rate:

Moderate

Maintenance:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

watering

It is important to water purple coneflowers (Echinacea purpurea 'Red Knee High') once a week in spring and summer and every 10 to 14 days in fall and winter. When watering, make sure the soil is moist, but not saturated, and that the plant has good drainage. Water the soil deeply using a watering can or hose, making sure to cover the entire root area and slowly water until the water begins to drain out the bottom of the pot. Avoid splashing and wetting the leaves to minimize the risk of fungus or disease. Do not allow the plant to sit in water, as this can cause rot and cause the plant to die. Water less in winter, as this plant is somewhat drought resistant.

sunlight

The purple coneflower (Echinacea purpurea 'Red Knee High') requires full sun, meaning it should get direct sun for at least 6-8 hours a day in order to produce the best possible flowering. The particular variety 'Red Knee High' is capable of standing up to harsh dry climates, so a little less sunlight should be fine as long as it gets at least 4-6 hours of direct sun a day. In addition, the purple coneflower also benefits from some afternoon shade during the hottest part of the day, when temperatures and the intensity of the sun can be too harsh for the plant to thrive.

pruning

Purple coneflower, or Echinacea purpurea 'Red Knee High', should be pruned to control its growth and to maintain vigorous flowering. For best results, start pruning in spring shortly after the plant begins to emerge from the ground. Deadhead spent flowering stems back to a thick set of lower leaves to prevent the plant from going to seed and to prolong flowering. Additionally, at the very end of the flowering season, you can cut the plant back to 1-third of its original height to remove damaged or diseased foliage and encourage the growth of new, healthy stems. This late-season pruning will also help the plant store energy for when it returns in the spring.