Echinacea purpurea 'Magnus'

Magnus Coneflower

Height:

2.5-3'

Purple Coneflower

Spread:

12-18'

Growth Rate:

Fast

Site Characteristics

Native Habitat

Cultivar developed from native E, ourpurea which exists os prairies in Central and Eastern United States

Oregon Native?

NO

West State Native?

NO

Minimum Hardiness Zone (USDA)

3

Sun Exposure Needs:

Water Needs:

Fertilizer Needs:

Full Sun

L

Top dressing of compost in early spring

Mulch Needs:

Fine organic compost,, light shredded hardwood bark

Potential Uses

Cut or Dried Flowers:

YES

Swales:

NO

Erosion Control:

NO

Ornamental or Accent:

YES

Cover Structures:

NO

Rock Gardens:

NO

Soil Needs:

Average, dry to medium well drained soil. Tolerant of poor soil.

Provides Shade:

NO

Adds Texture or Movement:

NO

Wind Break:

NO

Border:

YES

Ground Cover:

NO

Plant Profile