Echinacea 'White Swan'

An attractive white version of the popular purple coneflower. Hardy plants are topped with white, daisy-shaped flowers with yellowish-grey pincushion shaped centres. A reliable late summer flower for borders or cutting. Even less tolerant of continually wet soil than the purple flowering form. Hardy to Zone 3.Normally grown for 3–4 years for harvest of sizeable roots. Perennial in Zones 3–10.


DETAILS:

QTY: 30

SITE: Sun

TYPE: Perennial

DEPTH: 1/8"

GERMINATION: 10-15 days at 18-21C

MATURITY: 300-365

HEIGHT: 24-36"

SPACING: 18-24"

HOW TO GROW:
Transplant (recommended): Sow 8-10 weeks before planting outside. Transplant into cell packs or larger containers after the first true leaves appear, 30-40 days after sowing the seed. Harden off and transplant outside in late spring or early summer.
Direct seed: Sow in spring when soil is warm, 18°C. Sow in groups of 3-4 seeds, 1/8" deep. Thin to one plant. Sow in the fall to allow the oscillating temperatures and natural rain to stimulate germination.