Echinacea Sombrero 'Adobe Orange’

About

Echinacea Sombrero 'Adobe Orange’ is a coneflower variety characterised by its intense orange flowers and compact habit. Ideal for gardens where it is intended to be a focal point or to stand out among other perennials.

🌸 Flower colour:

• The flowers are an intense, warm shade of orange - reminiscent of the colour of adobe (brick), which gives them a very cosy appearance.
• The centre of the inflorescence is dark purple, contrasting with the bright orange of the petals.
• The colour of the flowers lasts a long time and does not fade even when exposed to intense sunlight.

🌼 Flower structure:

• The flowers are single, typical of coneflowers, with lingual petals surrounding a central, cone-shaped centre.
• The petals are stiff, regularly arranged and evenly spaced around a conical centre.
• The flowers are approximately 10 cm in diameter, making the plant look very striking in the garden.
• The abundant flowering lasts from June to October, attracting bees and butterflies.

🌿 Plant habit:

• Variety with a compact, clumped habit, heavily branched.
• It reaches a height of about 40-50 cm and a similar width, making it ideal for beds and perennial compositions.
• Conflower Sombrero ‘Adobe Orange’ is heavily branched and does not lodge, making it very stable.

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.