Echinacea purpurea 'Leuchtstern'

An attractive, tough perennial, Echinacea purpurea 'Leuchtstern' is reasonably fast growing with large pinkish-purple flowers with a distinctive raised central orange cone. With its long flowering period and vivid colour, this is a superb choice of plant for a sunny border.

• Position: Full sun.
• Soil: Moist yet well drained soil.
• Hardiness: Hardy.
• Flowering Period: July - October.
• Rate of Growth: Vigorous.
• Habit: Echinacea purpurea 'Leuchtstern' grows to be a clump forming perennial with tall flower stems.
  • Height: up to 1.5 m (5 ft)
  • Spread: 1.2 cm (4 ft)

• Notes: Echinacea purpurea may require protection from slugs