Purple Coneflower Seeds - 1 Packet

Purple Coneflower Large 3″-4″ flowers of a dusky rose-purple are borne on long 2′-3′ stems. They have deep bronze central cones and petals that characteristically droop a little backwards. Plants are drought-resistant, preferring dry soil, but tolerating moist. They are extremely long-flowering, from late spring to fall. Free Shipping on All Seed Packets! Culture: Sow seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before last frost. Grow in full sun and keep soil temperature in the mid-70's. Transplant to garden after soil has warmed. Harvest: Carefully cut fruit from plants when full size, but before they begin to soften.  Nutrition: Excellent source of vitamins A & C. Planting depth: 1/4" (6 mm.) Seed spacing: 2" (5 cm.) Spacing between rows: 18"-24" (45-60 cm.) Days to germination: 14-21 Spacing after thinning: 18"- 24" (45-60 cm.) Days to maturity: 66-75