When is the best time to sow echinacea seeds?

Echinacea seed sowing time

Echinacea prefers a warm climate and has strong adaptability. It is usually sown in spring or autumn, when the climate and temperature are more favorable for seed germination. It can also be sown in summer, but attention should be paid to cooling down and blocking strong light.

Echinacea seed planting method and steps

1. Collecting seeds: After the echinacea seeds mature, they need to be harvested in time, or you can purchase seeds specifically. You need to select mature, plump, and disease-free seeds, and remove some shriveled seeds. This can increase the germination rate of the seeds.

2. Prepare the soil: Echinacea generally has no requirements for the soil and can germinate in ordinary culture soil. In order to promote the germination of seeds as soon as possible, you can use fertile soil with deep soil layer and good drainage for sowing. You need to prepare the soil first and apply some base fertilizer.

3. Seed processing: In order to increase the germination rate of echinacea seeds, they need to be germinated. Soak them in warm water for 2-3 hours, then disinfect them in potassium permanganate solution, and take them out to dry.

4. Sowing: After the soil is prepared, you can start sowing. Spread the processed echinacea seeds evenly in the soil, cover with a thin layer of soil, and then water thoroughly to promote seed germination.