Echinacea angustifolia

Narrow-leaved Coneflower

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Hardy perennial native to North America, known for its medicinal roots and distinctive purple coneflowers with drooping petals.
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Plant Details

Common Name Narrow-leaved Coneflower
Family Asteraceae
Genus Echinacea
Species Angustifolia
Origin North America (Central USA)
Blooming Summer to early autumn, featuring purple daisy-like flowers with a prominent central cone.
Leaf Color Gray-green, lance-shaped leaves
Sunlight Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-drained sandy or loamy soil, drought tolerant once established.

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Watering

Moderate watering during establishment, allow soil to dry between waterings, low water in winter dormancy.

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun required for optimal flowering and health; tolerate partial shade in hotter climates.

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Fertilization

Apply balanced fertilizer in spring before growth begins, avoid over-fertilizing.

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Pruning

Deadhead spent flowers to encourage second bloom or leave for seed heads/winter interest. Cut back stems in late autumn.

Pest Control Aphid Beetle Leafhopper

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 4 months
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agriculture Harvesting Period 3 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
14° – 95°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
30% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2000 – 60000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
100 – 3500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 60%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
200 – 1500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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