Coneflower, Purple Magnus #1

Purple Magnus Coneflower
Echinacea purpurea 'Magnus'

• Height: Typically 2–3 feet tall in Michigan’s climate
• Spread: About 1½–2 feet wide
• Spacing: Plant 1½–2 feet apart for a stunning, showstopper display
• Growth Rate: Moderate
• Native
• Deciduous

Description

Purple Magnus Coneflower delivers a grand splash of fresh color to the landscape with its vibrant, rose-pink petals and prominent coppery-orange centers. Blooming from mid-summer into early fall, these gorgeous daisylike flowers attract butterflies, introducing satisfying movement and interest. The sturdy stems and upright habit lend a polished appearance, making it a refreshing choice for borders or mixed plantings.

General Care

• Sunlight: Requires full sun (at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily) for the finest flower production.
• Soil: Thrives in well-drained, moderately fertile soil; enhancing heavier soils with organic matter improves drainage and health.
• Watering: Water regularly during the first year to establish robust roots. Once mature, it tolerates short dry spells but benefits from occasional deep watering in extended heat.
• Mulching: A 2–3 inch layer of mulch around the base helps maintain moisture and moderate soil temperature, keeping mulch slightly away from the stems.
• Pruning: Deadhead spent blooms to encourage additional flowering and maintain a tidy appearance; cut stems back in late fall or early spring for a fresh start.

Purple Magnus Coneflower stands among the finest native perennials for Michigan landscapes, providing a magnificent show of color, a satisfying upright form, and a long-lasting seasonal display.