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ECHINACEA 'Sombrero Salsa Red'
Commonly known as Coneflower
Brilliant red, very hardy and floriferous
Further Reading....
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Red -
Height - 46-50cm (18-20in) -
Spread - 45-60cm (18-23in)
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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
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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
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Hardiness - Fully hardy -
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Seasonal Interest - Autumn -
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Soil Conditions - Well drained, dry, poor to moderately fertile soil - - deep, humus-rich
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Wildlife - Bee friendly - -
Butterfly friendly
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Useful extras...
Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
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
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
2 options from £6.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
All-purpose Seaweed Stimulant
All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants.
Perfect used in conjunction with Rootgrow™.
Only £7.50
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