 Echinacea purpurea
Magnus Purple
Coneflower
Echinacea
has 9 species in its genus and all are native to the United States.
They are related to Rudbeckia and have very much the same
look when flowering. Echinaceas have dark green leaves and solitary, daisy-like
flower heads. They require well-drained soil, full sun and flowers should be cut
off when flowering is complete in order to extend the bloom time. Purple
Coneflowers attract wildlife and provide a wildflower or wilderness look to your
garden. Echinacea purpurea
'Magnus' has a bit larger flower (approx. 7 inches wide) with dark orange disks
and the ray florets are deep purple and more horizontal than other varieties.
1998 Perennial Plant of the year. Echinacea
purpurea 'Magnus' is part of our Plants
For Texas® Program, meaning it was Texas Grown, Tested in Texas to perform outstanding for Texas Gardens.
Hardiness: USDA Zones 3-9
Plant
Use: Flowering Perennial
Exposure: Full
Sun
Water Requirements: Low
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