Echinacea Meditation 'Pink’

About

Echinacea Meditation 'Pink’ is a charming coneflower variety that catches the eye with its classic pink flower colour and compact and harmonious habit. Great in perennial beds, naturalistic gardens and in containers. Here is a detailed description:

🌸 Flower colour:

• The flowers have a deep pink colour, typical of traditional coneflowers, but with a more saturated hue.
• The centre of the inflorescence (cone) is dark orange to brown, which contrasts beautifully with the pink petals.
• The colour of the flowers is long-lasting and does not fade in the sun, maintaining a fresh appearance throughout the season.

🌼 Flower structure:

• The flowers are single, with broad, lingual petals arranged radially around a convex centre.
• The petals are firm and slightly curved downwards, giving the flowers an elegant appearance.
• The flowers are approximately 8-10 cm in diameter, making them highly visible in the garden.
• Flowering lasts from June to September and is regular and abundant.

🌿 Plant habit:

• The plant has a compact, clumped habit, very well bushy and resistant to decking.
• It reaches a height of approx. 40–50 cm and a similar width.
• Ideal for planting in groups, as a bed border or in patio pots.

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.