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.
Tags: Coneflower
Echinacea purpurea 'Magnus'
Category:
Light Requirements:
Full sun
Mature Size:
3 ft. tall, clumping
Cold Hardiness Zone:
4-9
Growth Rate:
Fast
Foliage Color:
Green
Flower Color:
Purple
Bloom Period:
Summer
Water Requirements:
Moderate, Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat.
Care Instructions
Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. For a neat appearance, remove old foliage before new leaves emerge. Divide clumps every 2 to 3 years in early spring.