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Green Inspiration  |  SKU: 30227897  |  Barcode: 8785267026193

Green Inspiration Echinacea Mixed 2Ltr Pot (Choice of 3)

ยฃ1499
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๐Ÿ† Best Garden Centre in the UK in 2018, 2021 & 2025
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๐ŸŒธ Echinacea โ€“ Bold, Beautiful & Pollinator-Friendly! ๐Ÿ๐ŸŒฟ

Known commonly as coneflowers, Echinacea are hardy, sun-loving perennials that bring late-summer colour, attract pollinators, and offer impressive drought tolerance once established. With their striking daisy-like flowers and upright stems, theyโ€™re a favourite in wildlife gardens, borders, and cut flower displays alike!


๐ŸŒž Planting Echinacea:

๐Ÿ“ Location:
Plant in a sunny spotโ€”they love soaking up at least 6 hours of sunlight daily.

๐Ÿ“ Spacing:
Give each plant room to breatheโ€”space them around 15โ€“20cm (6โ€“8in) apart.

๐ŸŒฑ Soil Prep:
Echinacea thrive in deep, fertile, humus-rich soil. Improve poor soil by mixing in well-rotted compost, leaf mould, or manure.

๐Ÿ’ง Watering:
Water thoroughly after planting and during active growth. Keep an eye on moisture levels during dry spells.


โ˜€๏ธ Growing Conditions:

๐ŸŒž Sunlight:
Best performance comes from full sun, but they can tolerate a bit of partial shade.

๐Ÿ’ง Watering Needs:
Once established, Echinacea are drought-tolerant. However, container-grown plants may need more frequent watering during hot spells.

๐ŸŒฟ Soil Type:
Theyโ€™re not fussyโ€”but prefer well-drained conditions. Avoid planting in heavy clay or waterlogged areas.


โœ‚๏ธ Care & Maintenance:

๐ŸŒธ Deadheading:
Remove spent flowers to encourage new blooms and keep plants looking neat.

๐ŸŒพ Cutting Back:
After flowering, cut stems to ground level to prevent seed formation and conserve plant energy.

๐ŸŒฑ Dividing:
To maintain plant health and flowering performance, divide clumps in spring or autumn every few years.

๐Ÿ‚ Mulching:
Apply a layer of well-rotted compost or mulch in autumn to nourish the soil and protect roots.

๐ŸŒ Pest Alert:
Watch for slugs, snails, and powdery mildewโ€”especially in damp conditions.


๐ŸŒผ Other Perks:

๐ŸŒพ Leave Seed Heads:
Let seed heads stand through autumnโ€”they provide winter food for birds and allow the plant to self-seed naturally.

๐Ÿ Pollinator Magnet:
Echinacea are adored by bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects! ๐ŸŒธ๐Ÿฆ‹

๐ŸฆŒ Deer Resistance:
Often unbothered by deerโ€”perfect for rural or open gardens.

๐Ÿค Companion Planting:
Pair with late-flowering perennials like rudbeckia, grasses, or salvia for a beautiful, naturalistic effect.

โœ‚๏ธ Cut Flowers:
Long, sturdy stems make Echinacea ideal for vase arrangementsโ€”a cheerful, long-lasting choice!


๐ŸŒฟ Top Tip: Plant in drifts for a natural meadow-style effect and stronger pollinator appeal!

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- Postable items (e.g., seed packets, gift cards) - ยฃ2.95 via Royal Mail.
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- Pallet deliveries (e.g., furniture) - from ยฃ69.95 (see kerbside pallet delivery details below).

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Large items like furniture are delivered on a pallet using a heavy goods vehicle. The pallet is placed at the nearest safe kerbside location. The driver cannot move it across uneven ground or remove the items from the pallet.

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Do you deliver to Northern Ireland?

Yes, though some larger or heavier items may incur a surcharge. Unfortunately, we cannot ship plants to Northern Ireland at this time.

Do any UK areas have a delivery surcharge?

Additional delivery charges may apply for:
- Channel Islands
- Northern Ireland
- Scottish Highlands & Islands
- Isle of Man & Isle of Wight
- Scilly Isles

What is the warranty on my purchase?

All products come with a manufacturerโ€™s warranty (typically 12 months unless stated otherwise). Faulty items within the warranty period may be repaired or replaced subject to the manufacturerโ€™s terms.

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Returns

How do I return an item?

If a purchase is no longer required you are able to return the goods within 28 days of delivery for a full refund in accordance with our refunds policy set out in Clause 10 of our Terms & Conditions. We will refund any money received from you using the same method originally used by you to pay for your purchase. Please make sure that you include the sales order or invoice with your return.

When returning items to us, please ensure that any and all original packaging, instructions, tags etc are included as supplied to you. We recommend using a recorded/insured service to return your order. The Old Railway Garden Centre cannot be held responsible for returned items lost or damaged in transit to us.