An award-winning coneflower with large rose-purple flowers whose petals are held flatter and more horizontally than most. A robust, pollinator-rich border perennial with sturdy stems for cutting.
At a glance
- Plant type: Perennial
- Mature size: 90 cm H × 50 cm W
- Aspect: full sun and part shade or morning sun
- Water: happy on low water
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Magnus Coneflower
Botanically, Echinacea purpurea 'Magnus' is a moderate-growing perennial in the Asteraceae family. It reaches around 90 cm tall and 50 cm wide at maturity, with deciduous foliage. Purple and pink flowers appear for much of the year.
Where to grow Magnus Coneflower
Magnus Coneflower suits cool-temperate, warm-temperate and Mediterranean climates and grows best in full sun and part shade or morning sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters. It also is a genuinely water-wise choice and is an award-winning selection.
Soil & planting
Magnus Coneflower does best in free-draining soil. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool.
Watering & feeding
Magnus Coneflower performs well with relatively little water once established. Refresh mulch and provide a modest balanced feed at the start of spring. For the first year, favour occasional deep watering over frequent shallow drinks so roots move into the surrounding soil.
Pruning & care
Prune Magnus Coneflower after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Overall it is low maintenance.
Using Magnus Coneflower in the garden
Magnus Coneflower earns its place for feeding bees and pollinators, attracting butterflies, drawing nectar-feeding birds into the garden and cut flowers for the vase.
Companion planting & design
Combine Magnus Coneflower with plants that share its preference for happy on low water and cool-temperate climate. Use an odd-numbered group where space allows, or repeat it at intervals through a longer bed.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
Buying Magnus Coneflower
Plant Sale lists Magnus Coneflower as potted plants. Current stock is confirmed manually, so register interest above before planning around a specific size.
