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Echinacea Seeds - Double Decker
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Doubledecker Purple Coneflower (Echinacea Purpurea Doubledecker) - Many years ago, German plantsman Eugen Schleipfer found an Echinacea plant that looked very different than the others. Resulting from years of selection is a reliable seed strain with two-tiered flowers that are tolerant of drought.MORE ECHINACEA OPTIONS
Planting Directions
TEMPERATURE
70F
AVERAGE GERM TIME
21 - 28 days
LIGHT REQUIRED
No
DEPTH
1/8 inch
SOWING RATE
2 - 3 seeds per plant
MOISTURE
Keep seeds moist until germination
PLANT SPACING
24 inches
Doubledecker Purple Coneflower (Echinacea Purpurea Doubledecker) - Many years ago, German plantsman Eugen Schleipfer found an Echinacea plant that looked very different than the others. Resulting from years of selection is a reliable seed strain with two-tiered flowers. A set of shorter petals rests on top of the cone while a "skirt" of longer, deep rose-pink petals emerge from the base of the cone.
Single coneflowers appear the first year from flower seeds; however, the big pay-off is in year 2 and beyond. A high percentage of flowers will appear as "twins." These blooms put on an impressive summertime show. Monarch butterflies perching on these flowers, create a memorable sight. Sturdy, long stems make Double Decker echinacea an excellent source of cut-flowers. Plants are winter hardy to zone 3 and grow up to 48 inches tall. Drought tolerant plants used in xeriscape landscaping where low water usage is important.
Common Questions
Does echinacea need full sun?
The echinacea plant grows best in full or partial sun. Give the plant at least six hours of sun a day.
Do I need to deadhead my coneflowers?
Yes, to keep your purple coneflowers blooming you need to deadhead them as they fade.
Will echinacea spread?
Echinacea spreads because it is naturally self-seeding, but only if you do not deadhead the blooms. If you don't want it to spread too much, you will need to weed out the volunteer seedlings.
Do I need to divide my plants?
Coneflowers all become dense, and root bound over time causing blooms to be sparse. Dig up, divide and replant every 3 – 4 years to keep your plants thriving.
