Echinacea Sweet Sandia

Echinacea Sweet Sandia – Description

Latin Name: Echinacea purpurea ‘Sweet Sandia’
Common Name: Sweet Sandia Coneflower
Other Names: None
Indoors or Outdoor: Outdoor
Size: 60-75 cm (height), 45-60 cm (spread)

Echinacea Sweet Sandia – Delivery

Delivery Info: Your vibrant Echinacea Sweet Sandia plants will be carefully packaged and delivered to your doorstep, ready to thrive in your garden.

Echinacea Sweet Sandia – Characteristics

Mature Size: 60-75 cm (height), 45-60 cm (spread)
Evergreen or Deciduous: Deciduous
Preferred Position: Full sun to partial shade
Shape – Plant Characteristics: Upright and clump-forming with large, vibrant, daisy-like flowers.
Hardy or Not Hardy: Hardy
Diseases: Resistant to most common garden diseases.

Echinacea Sweet Sandia – Uses

Uses in Garden: Echinacea Sweet Sandia is a perfect addition to flower beds, borders, and pollinator gardens. Its striking, watermelon-pink petals and dark cones attract pollinators like bees and butterflies.

Echinacea Sweet Sandia – Planting Characteristics

Preferred Planting Aspect: Full sun
Is it Frost Hardy: Yes, it’s frost hardy.
Fast or Slow Growing: Moderate growth rate.
Pruning Advice: Deadhead spent flowers regularly to encourage continuous blooming.

Echinacea Sweet Sandia – Planting Instructions in an Irish Climate

Sowing Time: Sow seeds in early spring or late summer for best results.

Trench Preparation: Prepare well-draining soil with compost or organic matter to improve fertility.

Positioning of Plants: Plant in a location with good air circulation and sunlight.

Plant Spacing: Space plants 45-60 cm apart to allow for their mature spread.

Pruning: Trim back in late autumn to tidy the plant; cut back by one-third to encourage bushier growth in the following season.

Facts About Echinacea Sweet Sandia

Echinacea Sweet Sandia is known for its striking watermelon-pink flowers that add a pop of color to any garden.
It is a native North American plant and is particularly attractive to pollinators.
This coneflower is drought-tolerant once established and requires minimal maintenance.
Echinacea Sweet Sandia is also prized for its herbal uses, known for its potential immune-boosting properties.
Enhance your garden’s beauty and support local pollinators with the stunning Echinacea Sweet Sandia. With its vibrant blooms and easy care, it’s an excellent choice for any garden in an Irish climate.