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    ECHINACEA paradoxa
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    ECHINACEA paradoxa

    Commonly known as Coneflower

    Narrow yellow reflexed petals
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    Plant Details
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    • Good to know
      Wildlife plant. Attracts butterflies. Remove faded flowers to prolong blooming
    • Pests & Diseases
      None, but prolonged wet can cause root rot
    • Place of origin
      Northern USA
    • Yellow
    • Single
      Row of petals round conspicuous stamens - no more than 8 petals
      Large flowers to 13cm (5in) across
    • Fully hardy
    • Height
      To 1.5m (5ft)
    • Spread
      45cm (18in)
    • Herbaceous
      Early 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 green stems. Roughly hairy basal leaves 15cm (6in) long and lance-shaped stem leaves. Flowers have brown, cone-shaped discs
    • Hardy - cold winter
      Hardy 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)
    • Scented flowers
    • Autumn Seasonal Interest
    • Summer Seasonal Interest
    • Bee friendly
    • Butterfly friendly
    • Mature Size
      to 1.5m (5ft)
      		 Herbaceous - guide for size not form Watering Can
        45cm (18in)
      		  
    Planting Tips and Care Advice
    • Garden Location/Conditions
      Border
      Suits a mixed or herbaceous border
    • Soil Conditions
      Tolerates all
      Deep, well-drained, humus-rich soil
    • Sun Requirements
      Full sun
    Echinacea - Growing Guide
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