Echinacea Purpurea White Swan

Description

(Echinacea purpurea ‘White Swan’) 

SPECIAL QUALITIES

Multiple distinctive flowers with a large central boss surrounded by white petals.

FLOWERS

Masses of white flowers appear throughout summer. Spent flowers are great in dried flower arrangements.

POSITION & USES

Best grown in a sunny position in well drained soil with added organic matter. Plant with other perennials or annuals.

CULTIVATION

Cut flowering stems to the ground at the end of the season.

FERTILISING

Regular applications of Seasol and Power Feed will keep it looking its best.

WATER RATING

  • Red can = Little water in hot, dry weather.
  • Green can = Deep watering every few weeks in hot, dry weather.
  • Blue can = Deep watering weekly in hot, dry weather.

Codes are a guide only and watering requirements will be affected by soil type, competition, mulching, wind and many other factors. Try to group plants with the same code in the one bed.

CAUTION: May be harmful if eaten.

Herb Attributes

Plants Needed per Square Metre 5-6
Habit Attractive perennial plant with stiff flowering stems rising from the ground.
Position Part to Full Sun, Moderate Frost.
Height 80CM
Width 50CM