Echinacea purpurea 'Primadonna Deep Rose'
Coneflower
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Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea 'Primadonna Deep Rose') - Description
Bright and full floral display of huge, luscious and full-headed, with sturdy double-petalled flowers topped with golden-tipped cones. Hardy, sun-loving, non-droopy petals.
Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea 'Primadonna Deep Rose') - Blooming
Generally blooms over a long period of time throughout the summer and may continue until frost. Flowers are slightly fragrant. Deadhead to lengthen flowering period.
Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea 'Primadonna Deep Rose') - Growth
Coneflowers do well in the garden or in pots. The long stalks on which the flowers develop make these plants good candidates for cut-flowers. They perform very well in heat. Can tolerate minimal shade. Works well in a herbaceous border or open woodland.
Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea 'Primadonna Deep Rose') - Planting
Propagate via root cuttings, seed or transplanting self-sown plants. Stratification will help the seeds to germinate, but seeds collected from home-grown plants may still be difficult. Since the plants tend to clump, they can be divided and transplanted. Division entails propagating a plant by splitting it into 2 or more parts. Each part has its own root system and more than one shoot or dormant bud.
Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea 'Primadonna Deep Rose') - Pest
Roots are susceptible to vine weevils. Leaf miners can also cause problems. Other issues include powdery mildew, gray mold, and bacterial spots.
Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea 'Primadonna Deep Rose') - Interesting facts
Although a study documented in the New England Journal of Medicine has shown "no clinically significant effects" of Echinacea extract, many people believe it stimulates the immune system. It does have some serious contraindications, so make sure to mention it, like any herbal treatment, to a doctor when questioned about current medications.
Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea 'Primadonna Deep Rose') - Soil and irrigation
Echinacea does best in deep, well-draining soil that is humus-rich. Water regularly, although they need less watering once established.
