The coneflower, also known as Echinacea, which comes from North America, appears anew every year and appears to be completely effortless. It is not necessary to protect it in winter or reseed in spring, because the coneflower is perennial.
When does the coneflower sprout?
The red coneflower (Echinacea purpurea) begins to sprout in April, while the yellow coneflower (Rudbeckia) usually sprouts in mid-April. Delays can occur due to cold, shade, nutrient deficiency or drought.
When does the red coneflower begin to sprout?
The red coneflower (Echinacea purpurea) normally sprouts inApril. At first it grows very slowly and other perennials that have already been planted get a clear head start. Towards mid-May the red coneflower has grown to around 10 cm high.
When does the yellow coneflower sprout?
The yellow coneflower, also known as Rudbeckia, sprouts towards the middle ofApril. Budding may be delayed slightly if temperatures are still too low. When Rudbeckia finally sprouts, you know it's the perfect time to plant sunflowers and hydrangeas, for example.
What can delay the flowering of the coneflower?
Several factors can delay the budding of Echinacea and Rudbeckia. If it is too cool or the plant is too shady, it will usually take two to three weeks longer for sprouting.
Furthermore, a lack of nutrients can have a negative effect on budding. Therefore, make sure that the coneflower is in a substrate that is nutrient-rich.
Dryness can also cause the coneflower to not want to sprout. Not only does it need well-drained soil, but also plenty of water for the start of the season.
Is it advisable to cut back the coneflower when it shoots?
The coneflower shouldnot be cut back when it shoots. However, pruning should take place in early spring or autumn. If you were to make a radical cut down to the ground on the old plant parts of the coneflower when it is sprouting, there is a risk that you would injure the fresh shoots.
What danger is there when the coneflower sprouts?
When budding, there is a risk thatsnails will attack the coneflower. They love the fresh shoots and like to eat them. This weakens the coneflower and delays sprouting. It is therefore advisable to check the newly sprouting coneflower regularly if you have already had bad experiences with snail damage and, if necessary, to use slug pellets (€9.00 on Amazon) or something else.
Can coneflower stop sprouting due to frost damage?
As a rule, a coneflower in the beddoes not suffer any damage from frost in winter. However, if the coneflower is left in the pot unprotected outdoors, there is a risk that its roots will dry out due to frozen soil. You should therefore provide such specimens with winter protection.
Tip
Cut shoot tips shortly after sprouting
Shortly after Rudbeckia has sprouted, it is advisable to cut off the shoot tips. As a result, the plant grows bushier and ultimately has several flower heads.
