Echinacea Sombrero 'Double Cranberry’

About

Echinacea Sombrero 'Double Cranberry’ is a beautiful variety of Coneflower, characterised by its double, intense red flowers. With its attractive flowers and compact structure, it is an excellent choice for gardens, flowerbeds and also containers.

🌸 Flower colour:

• The flowers have a deep, intense red tint, reminiscent of the colour of ripe berries, giving the plant an elegant appearance.
• The centre of the flower (cone) is dark green, which contrasts with the red petals, adding depth to the whole inflorescence.
• The flower colour remains intense throughout the flowering period, from June to September.

🌼 Flower structure:

• The flowers are double, with multiple layers of petals that form a full, lush inflorescence.
• The petals are broad and slightly curved downwards, surrounding a central, dark green cone.
• The flowers are approximately 8-10 cm in diameter, making them large and attractive.
• Coneflower ‘Double Cranberry’ blooms profusely throughout the summer, attracting pollinating insects such as bees and butterflies.

🌿 Plant habit:

• The plant has a compact, clumped habit and is well-branched, making it look dense and decorative.
• It reaches a height of about 40-50 cm and a similar width, making it ideal for beds and perennial compositions.
• Coneflower ‘Double Cranberry’ maintains a nice straight shape throughout the season, without decaying or requiring special care.

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.