Cheyenne Spirit, Echinacea Seeds

Cheyenne Spirit Coneflower Seed

Every seed mix produces a different coneflower color surprise
Red, orange, yellow, purple, and cream blooms mingle
Award-winning perennials flower reliably from seed
Drought-tolerant plants energize pollinator gardens and bouquets

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Key Attributes

Botanical Name

Echinacea hybrida

Days to maturity

140 Days

Sun

Full Sun

Packet

10 Seeds

Zones 3–8 Check your growing zone

About Cheyenne Spirit, Coneflower Seed, Coneflower Seed

Cheyenne Spirit coneflower produces a vivid mix of red, orange, yellow, and purple daisy-like blooms with prominent centers. Compact, upright plants reach about 18–24 inches and flower from midsummer into early fall. The long-lasting blooms attract bees and butterflies and work beautifully in beds, borders, containers, and wildlife-friendly plantings. This resilient perennial thrives in full sun and well-drained soil and tolerates drought once established.

Growing details

Planting

Sow Depth

1/2"

Days to Germination

10–21 days

Germination Type

C30 - Cold Moist 30 Days

In-row plant spacing

12-18"

Plant profile

Life Cycle

Perennial

Hardiness Zone

Zones 3-8

Plant Height

30 inches

Growth Habits

Clumping, Upright

Seed & variety

Seeds Per Ounce

6,250

Color

Multicolor

Seed Type

Open Pollinated

Before Planting

A successful Coneflower planting begins with a full-sun site with well-drained soil and good air circulation. Remove perennial weeds, loosen compacted ground, and incorporate modest compost without making the bed overly rich. Prepare a fine, firm seedbed. Plan to cold-moist stratify seed for about 30 days before sowing.

Planting

Sow coneflower outdoors in fall or start indoors according to its germination requirement; many perennial species benefit from a cool period before warmth. Maintain even moisture during germination and provide bright light after emergence. Harden indoor-grown seedlings before planting outdoors. Transplant while young to minimize root disturbance, and thin direct sowings after sturdy true leaves develop.

Watering

Coneflower needs consistent moisture during establishment but tolerates moderate dryness afterward. Water deeply during prolonged drought, allowing the upper soil to dry between applications.

Fertilizer

Coneflower generally needs only a light spring application of compost or slow-release balanced fertilizer. Avoid repeated high-nitrogen feeding, which creates weak growth and fewer flowers.

Harvesting

Harvest coneflower as buds begin opening or when blooms reach full color, depending on intended use. Cut above a branching point, place stems in water promptly, and remove spent flowers regularly.

Tips

Mark coneflower crowns before winter dormancy and avoid cutting them accidentally in spring. Divide when flowering declines, and leave some stems standing for beneficial insects.

Pests & Diseases

Aster yellows, powdery mildew, Botrytis, and crown rot affect coneflowers. Green, distorted flower cones and excessive leafy growth indicate aster yellows; the plant cannot be cured and should be removed promptly. Control leafhoppers and weeds, divide crowded clumps, and keep winter moisture away from crowns.

Monitor coneflower for aphids, thrips, mites, beetles, slugs, and chewing caterpillars. Remove badly infested growth, use physical controls first, and apply labeled treatments outside pollinator-active hours.