Magnus Purple Coneflower
Echinacea purpurea 'Magnus'
SKU
3177
Named 1998 Perennial Plant of the Year! A well-behaved plant with bold six-inch wide, magenta-rose flowers; petals are horizontal, not pendulous. Attracts butterflies; perfect for the informal, nature-inspired garden. Excellent cut flower. Perennial.
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Full sun
Water regularly in extreme heat for best performance.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | ek-i-NAY-see-a pur-PUR-ee-uh |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Fast grower to 3 ft. tall, clump forming. |
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Design Ideas | This reliable plant can be incorporated as individuals into mixed planters with trees and shrubs. Its natural home is with other perennials in a flower border. Also works well in wild gardens and with native plants, where the rangy character is right at home. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Flower Attribute | Flowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Garden Style | Cottage |
| Growth Habit | Clumping |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Landscape Use | Border, Firescaping/Fire Wise, Woodland Garden, Cutting Garden |
| Light Needs | Full sun |
| Soil Needs | Flower & Rose Food |
| Special Feature | Attracts Butterflies, Extreme Cold Hardiness, North American Native Selection, Waterwise, Bird Friendly |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Water regularly in extreme heat for best performance. |
| Key Feature | Summer Flowering |
Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Requires less water once established. For a neat appearance, remove old foliage before new leaves emerge. Divide clumps every 2 to 3 years in early spring.
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 4 - 9
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