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Echinacea

How to Grow Echinacea Purpurea

(Purple Coneflower)

Echinacea is one of the top selling herbs in the US for its immune enhancing properties. Research shows that taking echinacea at the first sign of a cold or flu can decrease the duration and and intensity of symptoms. So why not grow your own echinacea?

Echinacea purpurea is easy to grow. You can sow them directly or start them indoors in pots. When seedlings are established, you will want to thin or plant them to 18" apart, as they can spread quite a bit. All they require is a rich moist soil and full sun.  In zone 6 they grow stunning blossoms in just four months from seed! The whole herb can be used to make tincture.

Echinacea augustifolia is a bit more difficult to grow. You will want to start these indoors so as not to waste seeds, as it is more rare and expensive than purpurea.

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 Disclaimer - The herbal information on this web site is intended for educational purposes only. It is not the intention of the editor to advise on health care. Please see a medical professional about any health concerns you have.  Disclaimer - These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA.  The information on this web site is not intended to prevent, diagnose, treat, or cure any disease.

This information is intended as an introduction to how medicinal herb plants are used. I am not a medical professional and I cannot prescribe what herbs are right for you. I cannot answer medical questions, so please do not ask me (or any other complete stranger for that matter) to prescribe herbal cures, treatment or to guess what is wrong with you.

If you use herbs, do so responsibly. Consult your doctor about your health conditions and use of herbal supplements. Herbs may be harmful if taken for the wrong conditions, used in excessive amounts, combined with prescription drugs or alcohol, or used by persons who don't know what they are doing. Just because an herbal remedy is natural, does not mean it is safe! There are herbs that are poisonous such as Poison Hemlock, Jimson weed, and many more.

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