Our 2023 EFN seed catalogue is now online! 100+ new varieties. Over 40 different growers and foragers from across the country. A million thanks to all who make this possible, especially our amazing seed-house crew!

Purple Coneflower
Purple Coneflower
Purple Coneflower

Purple Coneflower

Regular price $3.50 Sale

Echinacea purpurea

Origin: Eastern North America

Improvement status: Wild

Seeds per packet: ~200

Bulk seeds per packet: ~800

Germination tested 12/2022: 78%

Life cycle: Perennial

Famous medicinal coneflower, beloved both in the garden and the medicine cabinet. Gorgeous purple flowers brighten any summer landscape. Excellent pollinator plant and wildlife habitat. 

Our seed was produced by Shooting Star Native Seeds in Spring Grove, MN.

GROWING TIPS: Plants grow to 4 feet tall and 2 feet wide. Seed in fall or early spring. Typically seeds are relatively easy to germinate.