ECHINACEA 'Sombrero Salsa Red'

Commonly known as Coneflower

Brilliant red, very hardy and floriferous

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Available late spring to early summer 2022 - Spring according to the Met Office is defined as March 1st - May 31st. Therefore late spring is mid-April onwards. This is not a guaranteed date but an estimate and subject to availability.

£13.50 each

MULTIBUY SAVING

Any 3+ for £12 each

Available late spring to early summer 2022

1.5 to 2 Litre

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Red
Height - 46-50cm (18-20in)
Spread - 45-60cm (18-23in)
Herbaceous - Early in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch. - well-branched, strong, bushy habit
Hardy - very cold winter - Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F)
Full sun
Additional Features - Good to know - - remove faded flowers to prolong blooming but leave a few seedheads for birds and winter interest
Pests & Diseases - none. Prolonged wet can cause root rot
Place of origin - garden origin. Darwin Perennials
Flower Shape - Single - Row of petals round conspicuous stamens - no more than 8 petals - flowers to 7.5cm (3in) across
Hardiness - Fully hardy -
Seasonal Interest - Autumn -
Summer
Soil Conditions - Well drained, dry, poor to moderately fertile soil - - deep, humus-rich
Wildlife - Bee friendly -
Butterfly friendly