Echinacea Purpurea 'Tomato Soup' Seeds for Landscaping

Echinacea 'Tomato Soup' is a stunning perennial that boasts a profusion of huge, bright tomato-red flowers, measuring 6 inches (15 cm) across, adorned with large, slightly drooping petals surrounding a prominent brown center cone. Resulting from a cross between Echinacea paradoxa and Echinacea purpurea 'Ruby Giant', this beautiful coneflower is a feast for the eyes, blooming from midsummer until frost.

This mid-size coneflower is well-branched and shows excellent vigor, making it a perfect choice for perennial borders, prairies, or cottage gardens. The vibrant floral display it provides can also be used in fresh cut or dried arrangements. Deadheading will prevent seeding, but the seeds are a hit with birds, and the seedheads are attractive in the winter, especially in the snow. If removing the seedheads, it's best to leave the foliage at the base of the plant to overwinter.

While these coneflowers generally don't need to be divided, they can be divided in early spring or early fall if desired. They may be slow to emerge in the spring, but once established, they are a fast-growing and prolific bloomer.

Attractive to butterflies, hummingbirds, and other pollinators, Echinacea 'Tomato Soup' is also deer resistant, making it a great choice for a variety of garden settings, including beds and borders, prairies and meadows, wildflower gardens, or cottage gardens.

To grow Echinacea 'Tomato Soup' from seed, fill a pot with seed compost almost to the top, take a small pinch of seeds and sprinkle them over the top of the compost, and add a light covering of compost over the seeds. Water the seeds carefully and cover the pot with a polythene bag. The best time to plant the seeds is in the spring or the fall.

With its stunning appearance, excellent vigor, and versatility in the garden, Echinacea 'Tomato Soup' is a must-have perennial for any gardener looking to add a touch of vibrant color and charm to their outdoor space. Its ability to attract pollinators and its deer resistance make it an even more valuable addition to any garden.

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