Red coneflower (Echinacea purpurea) - seeds

Red coneflower (Echinacea purpurea) - seeds

Origin: Austria
Harvest: 2023
Germination period: approx. 4-5 weeks

You can choose between 25 and 100 seeds per packet. Larger quantities on request please!

Sowing instructions

1. Choose the right location: Echinacea prefers a sunny location with well-drained soil. Make sure that the location is protected from strong winds, as the plant can react sensitively to strong air currents.
2. Soil preparation: Loosen the soil thoroughly and remove weeds and large stones. Echinacea thrives best in well-drained soil with a neutral to slightly acidic pH value. If necessary, add compost or rotted manure to increase the nutrient supply.
3. Seed procurement: Get high-quality echinacea seeds from a trustworthy source. Make sure to choose fresh seeds to ensure good germination.
4. Sowing time: The best times for sowing echinacea seeds are in spring or fall. Sow the seeds about 0.5 to 1 centimeter deep in the prepared soil and keep it evenly moist.
5. Germination and care: Echinacea seeds can take several weeks to germinate. Keep the seedlings moist and thin them out if necessary to prevent overcrowding. As soon as the seedlings become stronger, you can carefully transplant them to provide enough space for them to grow.

Tips and tricks

• Regular watering: Echinacea plants need regular watering, especially during the growing season. Make sure to keep the soil evenly moist, but avoid overwatering to prevent waterlogging.
• Protection against pests: Echinacea plants are relatively robust, but they can still be attacked by pests such as aphids or spider mites. Monitor your plants regularly and take pest control measures if necessary, such as removing infested leaves or applying insecticides.
• Harvest time: Echinacea flowers can be harvested in summer or fall when they are fully open. Dry the flower heads upside down in an airy place and then store them in an airtight container to preserve their medicinal properties.

Worth knowing

• Echinacea is a genus of plants in the Asteraceae family, native to North America. It has been used for centuries by indigenous peoples for its medicinal properties and is now a popular medicinal plant in naturopathy.
• The roots, leaves and flowers of echinacea contain a variety of active ingredients, including flavonoids, phenolic acids and polysaccharides, which have anti-inflammatory, immunostimulant and antioxidant properties. Echinacea is traditionally used to strengthen the immune system, relieve cold and flu symptoms and promote wound healing.
• There are several species and varieties of Echinacea, including Echinacea purpurea, Echinacea angustifolia and Echinacea pallida. Each species has its own specific characteristics and medicinal uses, so it's important to choose the right species for your needs.

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Important:

• Despite constant quality controls (checking the germination quality, storage ability, etc. of the plant seeds, etc.). we can unfortunately none Warranty on the germination of our seeds give - too many different factors in the context of cultivation / conditions - can prevent successful germination.
• Please inquire about the applicable laws in your country BEFORE purchasing this product. Laws and import regulations or whether this product may be imported/used/grown.
• Our plant seeds are, if available in your country for the Cultivation determined and allowed, exclusively intended for plant cultivation.
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