Coneflower 'Delicious Candy' 3L

Coneflower 'Delicious Candy' – an intense pink decoration for your garden

Coneflower 'Delicious Candy' (Echinacea purpurea 'Delicious Candy') is a unique variety of perennial, known for its intense pink flowers and compact habit. Thanks to its beauty and ease of cultivation, it is an ideal choice for home gardens, flower beds and naturalistic plantings.

Characteristics of the 'Delicious Candy' coneflower

Appearance and flowering

• Flowers: Intense pink petals surrounding a convex, orange center. The large flowers reach a diameter of 8–10 cm, giving the plant a distinct appearance.
• Cut: Compact and upright. The plant grows to a height of 50–60 cm, which makes it perfect for the front of beds.
• Flowering period: It blooms for a long time, from July to September, providing attractiveness in the garden throughout the summer.

Immunity

• Coneflower 'Delicious Candy' is resistant to diseases and pests, making it an excellent choice for beginner gardeners.

Requirements of the coneflower 'Delicious Candy'

Location and soil

• Position: It grows best in full sun, but it also tolerates light shade. In full sun, it blooms more profusely and produces more intense flower colors.
• Soil: Permeable, moderately moist and fertile. The plant tolerates periodic droughts well.

Care

• Watering: Regular watering is important in the first year of cultivation, after which the plant copes well with limited access to water.
• Trimming: Regular removal of faded flowers stimulates further flowering.
• Fertilization: Fertilizing in spring with a compound fertilizer promotes growth and flowering.

Application of coneflower 'Delicious Candy'

• Discounts: Perfect for the front of flower beds, where its intense colors will catch the eye.
• Naturalistic plantings: It goes well with rudbeckias, sages, asters or ornamental grasses.
• Containers: It can be grown in pots on terraces and balconies, adding intense colors to these spaces.
• Garden accents: It attracts pollinators such as butterflies and bees, supporting biodiversity in the garden.

Plant Specifications

• Flower pot: 3 liters
• Age: 2 years old
• Frost resistance: Yes