Echinacea Herb Seeds – Hardy Perennial Coneflower Variety

Overview

Echinacea Herb Seeds grow into beautiful, long-blooming perennial plants known for their striking purple coneflowers. This easy-to-grow herb is a garden favorite across the US, valued for its beauty, pollinator appeal, and reliability in sunny borders or wildflower gardens.

A drought-tolerant perennial once established, Echinacea thrives in various soil conditions and attracts bees, butterflies, and songbirds. It’s perfect for pollinator gardens, native plant landscapes, and perennial flower borders.

Features

• High-quality non-GMO Echinacea seeds
• Produces vibrant purple-pink coneflowers
• Hardy perennial that blooms year after year
• Attracts bees, butterflies, and birds
• Excellent for borders, wildflower gardens, and pollinator spaces
• Drought-tolerant and low-maintenance once established

Specifications

• Common Name (US): Echinacea (Purple Coneflower)
• Seed Type: Perennial flowering herb, non-GMO
• Planting Season: Spring or Fall
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–9
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun (6–8 hours daily)
• Soil Type: Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil, pH 6.0–7.5
• Sowing Method: Direct sow outdoors or start indoors 8–10 weeks before last frost; cold stratification improves germination
• Germination Time: 10–20 days at 65–75°F
• Days to Maturity: 100–120 days from sowing
• Spacing: 12–18 inches between plants, 18–24 inches between rows
• Plant Height: 24–36 inches tall
• Watering Needs: Moderate; drought-tolerant once mature
• Bloom Season: Mid-summer through early fall
• Yield: Produces abundant blooms that return annually
• Storage Use: Seeds can be saved for future plantings; flowers suitable for ornamental cutting