Echinacea Kismet 'Raspberry’

About

Echinacea Kismet 'Raspberry’ is another attractive variety in the Kismet series, distinguished by its intense raspberry-coloured flowers and compact habit. Here is a detailed description:

🌸 Flower colour:

• The flowers are a deep raspberry-pink colour, very intense and saturated.
• The centre of the inflorescence (cone) is dark purple to maroon, giving depth and elegance to the composition.
• The flower colour lasts a long time and does not fade in the sun.

🌼 Flower structure:

• The flowers are single, typical of coneflowers, with lingual petals surrounding a central, cone-shaped centre.
• The petals are broad, firm, slightly curved downwards, evenly spaced.
• The flowers are approximately 8-10 cm in diameter, large and long-lasting.
• Flowering is very abundant and long -from June until October.

🌿 Plant habit:

• Variety with a compact, clumped habit, heavily branched.
• It reaches a height of 40-50 cm and a similar width.
• The plant is dense, well bushy, does not lodge and maintains a nice shape throughout the season.

Requirements:

Conflowers are relatively easy plants to grow. They prefer a sunny position and the soil should be well-drained, humus and moist. The plants tolerate a wide range of soil pH, but grow best in soils with a pH close to neutral. They require a moderate amount of moisture, but do not tolerate excess water.

Characteristics:

Coneflowers are distinguished by their effective appearance, making them an excellent addition to flower gardens, flowerbeds and naturalistic gardens. Their flowers attract a range of pollinating insects, including bees and butterflies, adding life to the garden. Echinacea flowers can be cut and used in bouquets, adding to their versatility in garden space design. In addition, coneflowers are known for their medicinal properties.

Usage:

Coneflowers are widely used in horticulture and medicine. In addition to their ornamental qualities, they are known for their immunostimulating and anti-inflammatory effects. Echinacea raw material (mainly flowers and leaves) is used in the production of dietary supplements, teas and ointments. In addition, echinacea is also used in herbal therapy, e.g. for the treatment of wounds and skin irritations.

Why plant coneflowers in your garden?

• Easy to grow: Coneflowers are undemanding and adapt to different soil conditions.
• They bloom for a long time: Echinacea flowers bloom from summer to autumn, allowing you to enjoy their beauty for a longer period.
• Attract insects: These plants encourage beneficial insects to visit, which supports the ecosystem in the garden.
• Health-enhancing properties: Their health properties can support the body's natural immunity.
• Aesthetics: Hedgehogs add colour and charm to the garden, bringing natural beauty to every corner.

In summary, coneflowers are not only attractive ornamental plants, but also valuable herbs that are worth planting in any garden.