50 Pretty Parasols Coneflower Seeds - Echinacea Perennial Flower Seeds

Pretty Parasols Coneflower (Echinacea) is a charming perennial known for its distinctive, lightly fragrant blooms that resemble delicate parasols. The flowers feature drooping petals in soft shades of pink, cream, and pale green, creating a whimsical, cottage-garden look. These coneflowers are excellent for mixed borders, wildflower meadows, and pollinator gardens, attracting bees and butterflies throughout the summer. As perennials, they return year after year, adding long-lasting beauty to your landscape.

Easy to grow from seed, Pretty Parasols Coneflower is a rewarding choice for both beginner and experienced gardeners. The plants are tolerant of heat and drought once established, making them a low-maintenance option for sunny spots. Their striking appearance and wildlife-friendly nature make them a favorite for cut flower arrangements and naturalized areas.

Plant Features

• Unique parasol-shaped blooms with drooping petals
• Attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies
• Perennial growth habit for lasting garden presence
• Tolerant of heat and drought once established
• Excellent for cut flowers and dried arrangements

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Echinacea spp.
• Plant Type: Perennial
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well-drained soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate; drought tolerant once established
• Bloom Season: Summer to early fall
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-8
• Mature Height: 24-36 inches
• Spacing: 18-24 inches apart

Planting & Care

Sow Pretty Parasols Coneflower seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost or directly outdoors in fall or early spring. Lightly press seeds into the soil surface; they need light to germinate. Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Germination typically occurs in 10-21 days at temperatures around 65-70°F (18-21°C). Once seedlings have developed a few true leaves, transplant them outdoors after the danger of frost has passed, spacing them 18-24 inches apart in a sunny location with well-drained soil.

Water regularly during the first growing season to help plants establish a deep root system. Once established, coneflowers are quite drought tolerant. Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continued flowering, or leave seed heads for winter interest and to feed birds. Divide clumps every 3-4 years in spring or fall to maintain vigor.

What's Included

50 Pretty Parasols Coneflower seeds.