Growing Non-GMO Echinacea Bravado Flower Seeds

Bravado echinacea seeds can be sown directly after the frost but, for earliest spring blooming, begin indoors 6-8 weeks prior. Echinacea seeds will germinate between 7-21 days with full light and harden off if transplanting outside or to an indoor planter with full sun. Plant 2-3 Bravado echinacea seeds 0.25 inch deep and 24 inches apart in average, loamy, and well-drained soil in full sun. Bravado echinacea is an adaptable plant known to be tolerant of drought, heat, humidity, and poor soils. Do not overwater echinacea.

Known to bloom continuously without need to deadhead. There is little need to fertilize this hardy plant except in cases of very low soil fertility. If desired, supply a small amount of compost or a low-strength balanced liquid feed. Deadheading is not necessary to put out many blooms although regular removal of spent blooms does enhance the overall look of the plant and may encourage even more blooms. Divide overcrowded clumps; this is typically needed every 4 years.

Echinacea Bravado in the Flower Garden

Bravado Echinacea seeds are an ideal grow among wildflower mixes, untamed meadows, and wide open spaces. It is attractive to bees, yet it is remarkably resistant to most critters including deer and rabbits. Add it to your cut flower garden as a long blooming addition (June to August). Bravado Echinacea seeds are an ideal grow for patios or planters, yet still, a vigorous garden performer that promise season-long color.

Landscape Use of Echinacea Bravado

Bravado Echinaceas are perfect for low-maintenance perennial beds and perform well with many other plants. These gorgeous plants add height, color, and texture to any landscape design. They are perfect for containers and garden beds alike. The cheerful faces of these flowers will bring happiness to all who see them!

About Echinacea Bravado Garden Seeds

Purple cone flowers make charming fresh and dried cut flowers. Cut them off as low down on the stem as possible and either store in cool water for vibrant color or hang upside down for prolonged use.

Echinacea is a very common edible and medicinal plant. The petals, roots, and leaves are edible fresh as well as cooked. They are also popular for making salves, teas, tinctures and juices. It is even safe for pets to consume.

Echinacea purpurea is most commonly known as coneflower or purple coneflower and is native to the Ozark Mountain region and found all throughout the Mississippi and Ohio Valleys. The genus Echinacea is translated from the Greek word echinos meaning "hedgehog" or "sea-urchin" in reference to the spiny cone on many flowers in the genus.

Native Americans were the first to use echinacea to treat burns, wounds, toothaches, and several other internal applications. Presently, echinacea is most commonly brewed as a tea to treat cold symptoms and synthesized echinacea is widespread in the pharmaceutical industry to bolster weak immune systems.

Tips From Our Gardeners

”Purple cone flowers are one of my absolute favorites. I am a sucker for a multifunctional plant that is beautiful and useful. They work as a medicinal plant, a low-maintenance perennial bloomer, an edible plant, a cut flower, and a pest management tactic. What more could you ask for?"

- Lara Wadsworth, True Leaf Market Writer

Bravado Echinacea Seeds Per Package:

• 100 seed Packet
• 500 Seeds - Wholesale
• 1,000 Seeds - Bulk

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