Echinacea Seeds - Herbaceous Perennial, Wildflower ( Echinacea purpurea ) * Common Names = Echinacea, Purple Coneflower, Hedge Coneflower * Self-seeds prolifically when seedheads are allowed to develop * Colorful flowers attract butterflies, bees and beneficial insects * Plants are heat-tolerant and drought-tolerant * Widely used for centuries by Native Americans for herbal remedies * Benefits have been confirmed by modern science * Commonly used for boosting the immune system and to shorten the duration of the common cold * Used to reduce flu symptoms, such as sore throat, cough, and fever The dried herb is also available in my shop, when stock is plentiful. Life Cycle: Perennial Height: 3-4 ft Max Width: 2 ft USDA Zone: 3-10 Light: Full Sun / Partial Sun Harvest: 180 days OTHER QUANTITIES OF THESE SEEDS: www.ebay.com/itm/124791950895 ALL SEEDS AVAILABLE: www.ebay.com/str/trifectabotanicals/Planting-Seeds/_i.html?store_cat=40687257012 GROWING RECOMMENDATIONS: 1. Sow seeds 1/8" deep in small pots or flats with moistened seed-starting mix. Spritz with water to settle into soil. 2. Place in warm indirect sunlight and keep soil moist. Germination will occur in 10-20 days. 3. Resize into bigger pots as needed. Transplant 4? tall seedlings 12? apart next to a trellis/fence after last frost. Protect young plants during the first few winters. *** Harvest in 180 days for herbal use. Germination: 85% HAPPY PLANTING! PACKAGING SHIPPING Your order will be safely wrapped, and shipped USPS First-Class Package within 1-3 business days of payment. A tracking number will be automatically provided when the shipping label has been printed. CUSTOMER SATISFACTION IS MY #1 PRIORITY! Contact me openly with any questions/concerns, and I usually reply within 24 hours. I like to enjoy time with my family animals on the weekends, but I do my best to keep in contact with my wonderful customers. :) *** Most herbs/flowers are grown organically here on our farm in South Carolina. The only fertilizer used (tilled incorporated between grow seasons) is all-natural aged compost... and we don't let chemical pesticides ever touch our soil. *** I am not a doctor-- just someone who studies natural healing and therapeutic methods. The literature here is for educational purposes only, and is not meant to replace the diagnosis or treatment of medical professionals. The information in this listing is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. *** Please do your own research and learn any precautions associated with any of the natural herbs. FOLLOW US SEND US A SHOUT --- #trifectabotanicals FB / Insta / Pin web - trifectabotanicals.com