ECHINACEA purpurea 'White Swan' (Seed)
Medium
Sun
White
Reasonable soil
Summer
Bee friendly
Description
Height: 70-80cm
White daisy-like flowers in late summer. The bright petals contrast strongly with prominent green-yellow central discs, which develops into the cone shaped seed head as the flower fades. Butterfly and bee attractant and also an useful cut flower
Average content per packet: 70 seeds
SOWING:
WHEN:
February - April to plant out May onwards
WHERE:
Seed trays or pots in a warm light environment
HOW:
Sow thinly and cover lightly with compost. Transplant to pots when large enough to handle then plant out into the herbaceous border from May onwards. Prefers a well-drained but moist, fertile soil and a sunny position. Rhizomes can be divided in autumn once well established.
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