This perennial herbaceous ornamental plant has a compact growth and is hardy. In contrast to the purple coneflower, this species is only 15-40 cm tall and prefers dry locations. In modern naturopathy, echinacea is considered to strengthen the immune system.
Use: leaves and flowers as tea or tincture, roots
Lifespan: herbaceous perennial
Comment: cut flower, needs to be started indoors
Positive for pollinators: yes
Seed spacing between the row: 30 cm
Seed spacing in the row: 30 cm
Sowing depth: 1 cm
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Explanations
Hortus officinarium: The non-profit association Hortus officinarum has been committed to the maintenance and breeding of medicinal plants using bio-dynamic methods. The aim of Hortus officinarum is to provide high-quality varieties of medicinal plant species from top sources – pure lines and with strong vitality.
Bee-friendly: This plant has a good nectar or pollen supply, which is especially good for honey and wild bees, as well as other pollinating insects. There are 500 different kinds of wild bees alone. Some crops are best approached by specialists, others by generalists.
