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purple coneflower

Echinacea purpurea 'Norwhinat' WHITE NATALIE

Overview

The Purple Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea 'Norwhinat' WHITE NATALIE) is an amazing flower that is sure to brighten any garden. It features a unique flower head that looks like a woman's hat, giving it a distinctive look. The vibrant magenta petals are adorned with a central cone in its center, surrounded by an array of bright yellow disk florets. Not only beautiful, it is also very easy to care for, requiring only sun and occasional watering. It attracts an abundance of bees and butterflies, making it a great addition to any pollinator garden. It makes a great cut flower, and its fragrant aroma can fill an entire room. With its showy floral display and low maintenance, the Purple Coneflower will be sure to bring beauty to any backyard.

Care Guide

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Watering

Water your Purple Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea 'Norwhinat' WHITE NATALIE) once a week for optimal health. Water should come from the base of the plant and be applied in enough quantity to moisten the soil around the entire root zone while avoiding wetting the foliage. The best time to water is early in the morning before the heat of the day sets in, so the plant will have time to dry before nightfall. Once established, this plant is drought-tolerant, so it's best to allow the soil to dry out somewhat between waterings.

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Light

The Purple Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea 'Norwhinat' WHITE NATALIE) is best grown in full sun, which means that it should receive at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight each day. If planted in an area of partial shade, the growth of the plant will be significantly reduced and it could develop less blooms than it would grown in full sun. The sunlight should be evenly distributed throughout the day, preferably in the morning hours to help the plant open the blooms. If conditions in your area are very hot, it is best to provide some afternoon shade as the full sun exposure in hot climates can cause scorching of the leaves.

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Soil

Sandy Loamy Clay Rocky

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Temperature

Hardiness zone 3–8.

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Pruning

Generally, Purple Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea 'Norwhinat' WHITE NATALIE) should be pruned in late winter or early spring, before new shoots begin to grow, typically from mid-February to mid-April, depending on environment. Pruning should be minimal, focusing on removing dead stems to promote healthy new growth. To do this, cut the stems back to the ground or just below the ground level. Cutting back to the ground will help stimulate the plant to produce more new growth shoots. Pruning back the plant may also help open up the center of the plant, encouraging air circulation and removing any potential disease. For additional shaping or tidiness, you can pinch off the stem tips, or remove any petioles that are longer than 2 or 3 inches. It is best to avoid pruning away more than about a third of the stems, as this can weaken the plant and encourage disease and pest infestation.

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Propagation

Seed Propagation

Uses & Symbolism

Attracts: Birds, Butterflies.

Diseases & Pests

Common pests: Leaf miner insect, Pest resistant, Disease resistant, Drought resistant .

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