Echinacea Pallida - Pale Purple Coneflower seeds

Echinacea Pallida - Pale Purple Coneflower

----approx 20 seeds---

Similar to Echinacea purpurea, this variety produces long petals that turn increasinly pale as they age. Can be used in medicinal remedies.

Perennial

Sow in Spring and Summer - needs cold stratification for best results

Sow on surface, seedlings emerge 14-21 days -

Recommended germination method -
Surface sow on pre moistened, premium seed raising mix in a seedling tray, moisten, cover with cling wrap (with a few holes poked in it) and place in fridge for 2-3 weeks before removing to a temperature of 20-25 degrees C. Keep out of direct sunlight until germinated. Keep moist at all times with a misting gun to avoid disturbing the seeds.

You can also place the whole packet in the fridge for 4 weeks before planting out or plant in winter and allow the natural cool temperatures to stratify the seeds, they will then emerge in Spring.