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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. Tincture can be easily made from the 3 year old roots. Magnificent 10cm rose-purple flowers with bristly orange-coned centres. Make great cut flower. Leave seed heads for the birds. Type: Perennial Zone: 4 Light: sun Soil: not fussy Spacing: 60cm Height: to 90cm Season: late summer to fall Propagation: Direct seed in early spring or fall. OR Start indoors 8 -10 weeks before last frost. Cover seed lightly. Germinate in the dark @ 22C. SEED COUNT: Approx. 100 |
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