Echinacea, commonly known as Coneflower, is a genus of flowering plants in the daisy family. Known for its daisy-like flowers with prominent cone-shaped centers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Drought-tolerant once established.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Hardy in USDA zones 3-9; prefers average garden temperatures.
Low
25% intensity
Minimal feeding required; a light spring application is usually sufficient.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Echinacea requires moderate watering, especially during its establishment phase. Once established, it is quite drought-tolerant.
Water deeply when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry, ensuring good drainage to prevent root rot. Avoid overwatering, as this can lead to fungal diseases.
Deadheading spent blooms regularly encourages continuous flowering throughout the season and prevents self-seeding if unwanted. In late fall or early spring, cut back the dried stems to about 10-15 cm above the ground to tidy the garden and allow new growth to emerge.
Echinacea can be propagated by seed, sowing them in fall or stratifying them indoors before spring planting. Division of established clumps in early spring is also an effective method, separating the root ball into sections with at least one bud each.
Repotting is typically only necessary for container-grown plants, usually every 2-3 years. Repot in early spring before new growth begins.
Choose a pot only slightly larger than the current one and use a well-draining potting mix. Ensure the crown is at soil level.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Cone Flower (Cone flower)
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Species | Cone Flower |
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