Echinacea Sombrero 'Special Yellow Red Improved’

About

Echinacea Sombrero 'Special Yellow Red Improved’ is an intensely coloured Coneflower variety that is eye-catching with its contrasting colour combination and compact habit. Ideal for modern flowerbeds, perennial gardens and naturalistic plantings.

🌸 Flower colour:

• Vibrant yellow petals with a distinct warm tinge at the base slightly burgundy.
• The central cone is red-orange, giving the plant a distinctive appearance.
• The contrast of yellow and red creates an intense, energetic visual effect.

🌼 Flower structure:

• Flowers single, tongue-shaped petals radially arranged around a distinct centre.
• Petals slightly drooping, slender and stiff.
• Flower diameter approx. 8-10 cm.
• Long flowering period - from June through to September.

🌿 Plant habit:

• Compact and clump-form - reaches a height of approximately 45-55 cm.
• Stems upright, strong, holding the inflorescences well.
• Leaves dark green, lanceolate in shape, forming an aesthetically pleasing background.

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.