200 Light Purple Coneflower Daisy Seeds – Echinacea purpurea Hardy Perennial for Pollinator Gardens

Light Purple Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea) is a beloved perennial known for its daisy-like blooms with soft purple petals and prominent orange-brown cones. These flowers add a cheerful, natural look to borders, wildflower meadows, and pollinator gardens. Beyond their beauty, coneflowers are valued for their hardiness and ability to attract butterflies and bees, making them a favorite among gardeners seeking low-maintenance, wildlife-friendly plants.

Easy to grow from seed, Echinacea purpurea is a reliable choice for both beginner and experienced gardeners. Its tolerance to drought and poor soil, combined with its long bloom season, ensures a lasting display from summer into fall. Whether planted en masse or mixed with other perennials, coneflowers bring enduring color and ecological value to any landscape.

Plant Features

• Produces daisy-like flowers with light purple petals and prominent cones
• Attracts pollinators such as butterflies and bees
• Hardy perennial that returns year after year
• Tolerant of drought and poor soil conditions
• Long bloom season from summer to fall

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Echinacea purpurea
• Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well-drained soil; tolerates poor, rocky, or sandy soils
• Water Requirements: Moderate; drought tolerant once established
• Growth Habit: Upright, clump-forming
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-8
• Bloom Season: Summer to early fall
• Mature Height: 24-36 inches
• Spacing: 18-24 inches apart

Planting & Care

Sow coneflower seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before the last frost or directly outdoors in fall or early spring. Lightly cover seeds with soil, as they need light to germinate. Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Germination typically occurs in 10-21 days at temperatures around 70°F. Once seedlings have two sets of true leaves, transplant them to individual pots or into the garden after the danger of frost has passed.

Choose a sunny location with well-drained soil. Water regularly during the first growing season to help establish a deep root system; thereafter, coneflowers are quite drought tolerant. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continued blooming, or leave some seed heads for winter interest and bird food. Divide clumps every 3-4 years to maintain vigor.

What's Included

200 Light Purple Coneflower Daisy seeds (Echinacea purpurea).