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coneflower

Echinacea 'Cheyenne Spirit'

Overview

Coneflower (Echinacea 'Cheyenne Spirit') is an amazing variety of coneflower with unique, vibrant flower petals containing stripes of white, gold, red, orange, and purple. It's attractive, easy to maintain, and blooms from early summer until late fall. The flowers are a great source of food for bees and butterflies, while the seeds provide food for birds. This beautiful perennial does best in full sun and soil that drains well. Additionally, the plant is very resistant to drought, so it requires little water once established. Coneflower (Echinacea 'Cheyenne Spirit') is a great addition to any garden, providing 4-5 months of vibrant blooms throughout long summer days.

Care Guide

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Watering

Coneflower (Echinacea 'Cheyenne Spirit') requires regular watering. During the growing season, water the plant every 2-3 days, ensuring the soil has had a good soak. During very hot periods water more frequently. During the winter months water less frequently, but keep an eye on the soil and water when it is dry to the touch. For best results, keep the soil slightly moist at all times.

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Light

Coneflower (Echinacea 'Cheyenne Spirit') prefers full sun, with 6-8 hours of direct sunlight each day. It requires at least 4-5 hours of light to perform optimally, and will not do well if it receives less. In very brightly lit spots, the flowers may require some shading during the hottest part of the day. This will help to protect them from overexposure to direct sun and ensure they retain their vibrant colour. Even when provided with adequate sunlight, coneflower will need supplemental water during dry periods, especially during the summer months.

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Temperature

Hardiness zone 4–9.

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Pruning

Coneflower (Echinacea 'Cheyenne Spirit') should be pruned either in early spring or late winter before the new shoots start to emerge. This is the best time to prune as the plant will have plenty of new growth and plenty of reserves for the upcoming season. When pruning, it is important to remove any dead or damaged stems and to reduce the height of the plant by cutting around 3/4 to 1/3 of the top growth. This will encourage strong, healthy growth in the upcoming season. Make sure to use clean, sharp pruning tools to avoid damaging the stems. Additionally, it is vital to maintain good air circulation for the plant to promote strong growth.

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Propagation

Seed Propagation, Division, Root Cutting, Stem Propagation

Uses & Symbolism

Attracts: Birds, Butterflies.

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