Cultivation methods and precautions of purple echinacea

Growth habit

Chrysanthemums generally like light very much, and this purple coneflower is no exception. It is light-loving and drought-tolerant. If the temperature is not high enough, the plants will not grow to their best condition. They are not picky about the soil, but if they are sown in more fertile soil, they will naturally grow better, and the flowers will be big and bright, very beautiful. The more suitable temperature is 16-24℃, and it should be above 10℃ at night.

Maintenance points

illumination

As mentioned above, they prefer sunlight and can adapt to drought conditions. The most comfortable light time for them is 14-16 hours a day, so it is very suitable for flower lovers who live in the south. It is best to have seven or eight weeks of high-intensity light. However, if planted in the north, it will generally bloom in May, but it can last until September.

Fertilization

After the purple coneflower has been established, fertilizer can be used once or twice a week, and magnesium should be supplemented in time to prevent them from suffering from nutritional imbalance. In addition, you can also add some slow-release fertilizer when planting, so that they can grow better within 3-5 months without lack of nutrition.

temperature

The temperature they prefer is different in different stages. When they are growing well, they should be kept at 16-24℃ and 10-16℃ at night. However, when they are germinating, they need a relatively high temperature, preferably at 22-24℃. Under this condition, they can germinate in 2-4 days.

Okay, now that you know how to care for such lovely flowers, you can get started.