1000 Purple Coneflower Echinacea Purpurea Seeds, Medicinal Herb, Fast Shipping

Grow your own vibrant, pollinator-friendly garden with these 1000 Purple Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea) seeds. Echinacea purpurea is a hardy, native North American perennial known for its striking purple-pink daisy-like flowers with prominent central cones. It's celebrated not only for its ornamental beauty but also for its traditional herbal uses, often used in teas and supplements for immune support. This plant is non-toxic and safe for gardens with pets and children, and it's legal to grow and sell across the United States.

**General Information:**
- Species: Echinacea purpurea
- Common Names: Purple Coneflower, Eastern Purple Coneflower
- Plant Type: Herbaceous Perennial
- Mature Height: 2-4 feet
- Bloom Time: Summer to early fall
- Attracts: Bees, butterflies, and birds (especially goldfinches who love the seeds)

**Growing Information:**
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-9
- Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade (at least 6 hours of direct sun daily for best blooms)
- Water Requirements: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established. Water regularly during the first growing season.
- Soil: Well-drained, average to fertile soil. Tolerates poor, rocky, or clay soils.
- Planting: Sow seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before last frost, or directly outdoors after danger of frost has passed. Seeds require light to germinate, so press gently into soil surface without covering. Germination typically takes 10-20 days at 70-75°F.
- Maintenance: Low maintenance. Deadhead to prolong blooming, but leave some seed heads in fall for winter interest and bird food. Divide clumps every 3-4 years in spring or fall.

**Important Note:** These seeds are for gardening purposes. While Echinacea is used in herbal remedies, this listing is for seeds to grow plants, not for medicinal advice or consumption. Consult a healthcare professional before using any plant medicinally.

Each packet contains approximately 1000 seeds, enough for a large garden patch or sharing. Seeds are fresh and viable, stored properly to ensure good germination rates. Perfect for wildflower meadows, borders, cottage gardens, or naturalized areas.

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