Echinacea purpurea 'Kim's Knee High'^PBR

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Cultivation

Grow in well-drained, humus-rich soil ideally in full sun with protection from excessive winter wet. See echinacea cultivation

Propagation

Propagate by division in spring or autumn although they resent a lot of disturbance. Propagate by root cuttings from late autumn to early winter.

Suggested planting locations and garden types

• Cottage and informal garden
• City and courtyard gardens
• Coastal
• Wildlife gardens
• Patio and container plants
• Prairie planting
• Wildflower meadow
• Flower borders and beds

Pruning

Cutting back stems as the blooms fade may encourage further flowering; or seedheads may be kept on the plant for winter interest

Pests

Generally pest-free but young growth may be susceptible to slugs

Diseases

Generally disease-free