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ECHINACEA 'Big Kahuna'
Commonly known as Coneflower
Red-brown cone surrounded by dark honey coloured petals
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 - insects, butterflies
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Pests & DiseasesNone. Prolonged wet can cause root rot
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Place of originGarden origin. From the Praire Pillars series by Terra Nova of Oregon.
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Orange
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SingleRow of petals round conspicuous stamens - no more than 8 petalsLarge flowers to 13cm (5in) across
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Fully hardy
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Height50cm (20in)
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Spread45cm (18in)
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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.Perennial. Longlasting flowers on strong stems
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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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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
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
Well drained, dry, poor to moderately fertile soilDeep, humus-rich
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Sun Requirements
Full sun
Echinacea - Growing Guide