Key Features

• Growth Habit:
  • Upright clump-forming perennial
  • Typically grows 30–40 inches tall and 18–24 inches wide
• Bloom Color:
  • Rosy-purple petals with copper-orange cone centers
• Fragrance:
  • Light sweet herbal fragrance
• Wildlife Attraction & Pest Resistance:
  • Highly attractive to butterflies, bees, and pollinators
  • Seed heads attract songbirds in fall and winter
  • Deer and rabbit resistant
  • Generally pest and disease resistant
• Planting Zones: USDA Zones 3–9
• Sun Preferences: Full sun for best flowering and sturdy growth
• Drought Tolerance: High once established

Planting Instructions (From a 3.5" Pot into the Ground)

1. Choose the Location

• Select a sunny location with well-drained soil.
• Ideal for borders, pollinator gardens, prairie plantings, and cutting gardens.

2. Prepare the Soil

• Loosen soil 8–10 inches deep.
• Add compost if needed to improve drainage and fertility.

3. Dig the Hole

• Dig a hole twice as wide as the 3.5" pot and equal depth.

4. Remove from Pot

• Gently remove the plant and loosen any circling roots.

5. Plant

• Position the root ball level with the surrounding soil surface.
• Backfill and firm soil gently.

6. Water

• Water thoroughly after planting.
• Keep soil moderately moist during establishment.

7. Spacing

• Space plants 18–24 inches apart for mature growth and airflow.

Seasonal Care & Maintenance

• Deadhead spent blooms to encourage additional flowering
• Leave seed heads standing in fall and winter for birds and seasonal interest
• Cut back old stems in early spring before new growth emerges
• Divide mature clumps every few years if desired to maintain vigor

Echinacea ‘Magnus’ Coneflower is a dependable and showy perennial that delivers months of vibrant color, exceptional pollinator value, and drought-tolerant performance. Its bold blooms and sturdy habit make it a standout addition to sunny perennial gardens and naturalized landscapes.