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Coneflower Magnus
FlowerEchinacea purpurea 'Magnus'
- Partial sun
- Zones 3–8
- 60 days to maturity
- Flowers
- 18" spacing
- High water
- pH 6–7.5
Overview
This Perennial Plant Association award winner showcases the classic purple coneflower at its finest, with rich rosy-purple petals that don't droop and prominent bronze-orange centers. Magnus is beloved by butterflies, bees, and goldfinches while providing excellent cut flowers and winter seed heads for natural garden interest. It's incredibly drought tolerant and reliable, making it a cornerstone plant for prairie-style and pollinator gardens.
Planting
Direct sow in fall or stratify seeds for 30 days before spring sowing. Can start indoors 8-10 weeks before last frost.
Growing
Sun: partial. Water: high. Soil pH: 6–7.5. Space plants 18" apart. Germination: 10-20.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Japanese beetles, aphids, eriophyid mites. Common diseases: Powdery mildew, bacterial spot, aster yellows (rare).