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ECHINACEA 'White Meditation'
Commonly known as Cone flower
Single white, lightly fragrant flowers, with large orange cone. Strong floriferous variety
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Good to knowCut back stems as flowers fade to encourage further production. Wildlife plant - butterflies and other insects
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Pests & DiseasesNone, but prolonged wet can cause root rot
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Place of originGarden origin
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DeciduousOvate, toothed, rough-hairy basal leaves 15cm (6in) long with lance-shaped stem leaves.
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White
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SingleRow of petals round conspicuous stamens - no more than 8 petalsLarge flowers to 12cm (4½in) across
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Fully hardy
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Height60cm (24in)
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Spread40cm (16in)
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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.Clump-forming perennial. Produces flower heads with reflexed ray-florets.
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Hardy - cold winterHardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)
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Scented flowers
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Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Bee friendly
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Butterfly friendly
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Mature Size60cm (24in)
40cm (16in)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
BorderSuits a mixed or herbaceous borderCottage garden
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Soil Conditions
Medium to light, fertile, well drained soilDeep, humus-rich
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Sun Requirements
Full sunWill tolerate some shade
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