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ECHINACEA 'Sombrero Salsa Red'
Commonly known as Coneflower
Brilliant red, very hardy and floriferous
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Red
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Height50cm (20in)
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Spread60cm (24in)
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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.Well-branched, strong, bushy habit
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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 'Sombrero Salsa Red'
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Additional FeaturesGood to knowRemove faded flowers to prolong blooming but leave a few seedheads for birds and winter interestPests & DiseasesNone. Prolonged wet can cause root rotPlace of originGarden origin. USA. Darwin Perennials, Illinois
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Flower ShapeSingleRow of petals round conspicuous stamens - no more than 8 petalsFlowers to 7.5cm (3in) across
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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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Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser
A useful fertiliser suitable for use on a wide variety of plants. Q4 provides all the nutrients and trace elements essential for vigorous growth, abundant flowering and ripening of fruit.
3 options from £6.00

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