Echinacea 'Magnus' seeds
Echinacea purpurea
Echinacea ‘Magnus’ produces bold purple coneflower blooms on strong stems reaching 90cm+. A hardy, drought-tolerant perennial, it’s easy to grow from seed, loved by pollinators, and ideal for borders or cut flowers.
Approx 60 seeds
- Pot Fans
- Pollinator-Friendly
- Cut Flowers
- Hardy Perennial
Echinacea 'Magnus' seeds – Quick Growing Guide
Echinacea 'Magnus' seeds can be sown from March to September, either directly outdoors or in pots. They prefer full sun and well-drained soil. Regular watering is needed, especially during dry spells. Expect flowering from mid-summer to early autumn, ideal for vibrant garden displays and attracting pollinators.
How to Sow, Grow and Harvest Echinacea 'Magnus' seeds
- Sow:March–September, direct or in pots
- Germination:7–14 days
- Grow:Full sun, well-drained soil
- Water:Keep soil moist but not waterlogged
- Harvest:Flowers bloom mid-summer to early autumn
- Best for:Beds, borders, pollinator gardens
Echinacea 'Magnus' produces tall, purple-pink daisy-like flowers reaching over 90cm. This hardy perennial thrives in UK gardens, tolerating drought and attracting bees and butterflies. Sow seeds easily and enjoy blooms from the second year, ideal for beds or cut flower displays.
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Grow in Your Garden
Calendar
How to Grow
Start Echinacea 'Magnus' seeds indoors between February and May or from August to September, as this perennial thrives when given a warm, sunny environment to begin growth. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil to establish strong plants that will flower from the second year onwards.
Sowing
Sow the seeds on the surface of moist soil and press them in lightly without covering, as Echinacea purpurea seeds need light to germinate reliably. Place the tray on a warm, sunny windowsill to encourage successful sprouting.
Growing
Once seedlings are established, pot them on and grow on in good light before hardening off and planting out in full sun. Space plants about 0.5 metres apart to allow for their mature spread and to promote sturdy growth up to 1 metre tall, ideally in containers or garden beds with at least 45 cm pot size.
Plant care
Water Echinacea 'Magnus' regularly during the first growing season, reducing to only during prolonged dry spells thereafter. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage extended blooming throughout the summer months of June to September, or leave seed heads to provide structure and support wildlife. Cut back the plants in autumn or early spring to maintain healthy growth for the following year.
About Echinacea 'Magnus'
Echinacea ‘Magnus’ is a hardy, clump-forming perennial prized for its large purple-pink coneflowers and strong, upright stems. Ideal for garden borders, wildlife-friendly planting and cutting gardens, it thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, returning reliably each year with long-lasting summer blooms.
- Pot Fans
- Pollinator-Friendly
- Cut Flowers
- Hardy Perennial
Eventual height & spread
History of Echinacea 'Magnus'
The name Echinacea derives from the Greek word 'echinos', meaning hedgehog, inspired by the spiky seed heads. Native Americans valued Echinacea coneflowers for their healing properties. 'Magnus' is a robust variety prized for its vibrant colour and long flowering season.
| Other Names | Purple coneflower, black samson, hedgehog coneflower, purple daisy, eastern purple and coneflower |
|---|---|
| Pet/Baby Safe | Non-toxic |
FAQs
Sow Echinacea seeds on the surface of moist, well-drained compost and press in lightly. Do not cover, as they need light to germinate. Start indoors in spring or sow outside after the last frosts, keeping seedlings in a bright, warm spot.
Yes. Echinacea is a hardy perennial in the UK. Plants usually establish in the first year and return each summer, with flowering becoming stronger from the second year onwards.
Cut flowers once plants are fully established and blooms are open, typically from mid to late summer. Harvest in the morning for the longest vase life, and regular cutting will encourage more flowers.