General Culture:
Easily grown in average, dry to medium, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. Best in full sun. An adaptable plant that is tolerant of drought, heat, humidity and poor soil. Divide clumps when they become overcrowded (about every 4 years). Plants usually rebloom without deadheading, however prompt removal of spent flowers improves general appearance. Patented plant that must be vegetatively propagated.
Noteworthy Characteristics:
‘Kim’s Mop Head’ is a white flowered version of E. purpurea ‘Kim’s Knee High’ (see V630). It is a white form of the popular purple coneflower. It is noted for its short and compact size (13-16” tall) and for its drooping pure white ray flowers with greenish center cones. Coarsely-toothed, dark green leaves (3-6” long). Good fresh cut or dried flower. The dead flower stems will remain erect well into the winter and, if flower heads are not removed, are often visited by goldfinches who perch on or just below the blackened cones to feed on the seeds. Echinacea comes from the Greek word “echinos” meaning hedgehog in reference to the flower’s spiny center cone. U. S. Plant Patent PP13,560 issued February 11, 2003.
Problems:
No serious insect or disease problems.
Uses:
Border fronts, rock gardens or part shade areas of open woodland gardens.
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