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ECHINACEA/ PURPLE CONEFLOWER
Echinacea purpurea
Used historically by the Plains Indians for
snake bites and as a blood purifier. Receiving
wide acclaim in modern times as an immune
system strengthener and is used to "nip a cold
in the bud". Tincture can easily be made from
the 3 yr. old roots. Magnificent rose-purple
flowers with bristly orange-coned centres. Ht.70 cm,
Sp. 30 cm. D.S. in early spring or early autumn. Sow
indoors 8-10 weeks before setting out.
Perennial. N.O
$3.00
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