Although the coneflower is easy to care for and blooms, it still appreciates a little attention. Plant it in the ideal location and it will thank you with a particularly lush abundance of flowers.

As the name suggests, coneflowers like it sunny

The best soil and the ideal location

The coneflower prefers a sunny and warm place. This applies to both genera, the yellow and the red coneflower. If possible, the location should also be sheltered from the wind, which is particularly beneficial for the high-growing varieties. Without a windbreak, give these perennials a support so that they don't tip over so quickly.

The soil should be nutrient-rich and well-drained for your coneflower. You can easily cover the nutrient requirements by adding organic fertilizers in spring and autumn. Well-rotted compost or horn shavings are ideal. (32.93€) When planting in a bucket, make sure there is a good drainage layer made of old shards of pottery or coarse gravel. This prevents waterlogging and excess irrigation water drains away easily.

The ideal planting time

Ideally, you should plant new perennials in the fall, then they have enough time to grow before winter. After the winter they sprout quickly and produce plenty of flowers. But planting in the spring is also possible without any problems if you plan your garden from scratch.

The propagation

Echinacea can be propagated relatively easily by dividing the roots, by cuttings and also by seed. Older and strong plants should be divided from time to time to maintain flowering power. The new perennials also make an excellent gift for garden lovers.

Echinacea as a slug deterrent

Sun hat is not only very decorative but also useful. It repels snails. Take advantage of this quality and plant Echinacea or Rudbeckia around your vegetable patch. Not only the coneflower is spared from the snails, but also its neighbors.

The essentials in brief:

  • sunny and warm
  • protected from the wind as much as possible
  • nutrient-rich and well-drained soil
  • Avoid waterlogging
  • ideal for fighting snails in the kitchen garden

tips and tricks

Are you looking for a natural repellent against snails? Coneflowers are avoided by them, they also protect their neighbors from damage caused by eating.

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