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ECHINACEA purpurea 'White Swan'
Commonly known as Purple coneflower
Clear white with dark centre
Further Reading....
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White
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HeightTo 60cm (24in)
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Spread45cm (18in)
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HerbaceousEarly in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.Erect perennial with red-tinted strong stems and ovate, toothed leaves. Flowers to 11cm (4½in) across with orange-brown disc
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Hardy - very cold winterHardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F)
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Full sun
ECHINACEA purpurea 'White Swan'
- Details
- Mature Size
- Tips and Advice
- Goes Well With
- Planting Combinations
- Other Suggestions
- See Also...
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Additional FeaturesGood to knowDeadhead to promote further flowering, though seedheads attract birds. Wildlife plant - butterflies, birds.Pests & DiseasesNone. Prolonged wet can cause root rotPlace of originGarden origin. Holland. Piet Oudolf.
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Flower ShapeSingleRow of petals round conspicuous stamens - no more than 8 petalsLarge flowers to 12cm (4.5in) across
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Garden Location/ConditionsBorderSuits a mixed or herbaceous borderCottage garden
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HardinessFully hardy
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Seasonal InterestAutumnSummer
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Soil ConditionsWell drained, dry, poor to moderately fertile soilDeep, humus-rich
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WildlifeBee friendlyButterfly friendly
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