Coneflower Starlight
Coneflower Starlight
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70 Seeds
About Coneflower Starlight
🌿 Echinacea 'Starlight' Seed Starting Instructions
🗓️ When to Start
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Indoors: 6–8 weeks before the last expected frost date.
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Outdoors: After the last frost, when soil temperatures are consistently above 65°F (18°C).
🌱 Sowing Seeds Indoors
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Prepare Containers: Use seed trays or pots filled with a well-draining seed-starting mix.
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Sow Seeds: Place seeds on the surface and lightly press them into the soil. Do not cover, as they require light to germinate.
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Maintain Conditions:
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Temperature: 65–75°F (18–24°C).
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Light: Provide bright, indirect light or use grow lights for 14–16 hours daily.
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Humidity: Cover with a plastic dome or wrap to retain moisture.
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Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
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Germination Time: Typically 10–20 days.
🌿 Transplanting Outdoors
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Timing: After the danger of frost has passed and seedlings are 4–6 inches tall.
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Hardening Off: Gradually acclimate seedlings to outdoor conditions over 7–10 days.
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Spacing: Plant 18–24 inches apart in a location with full sun and well-draining soil.
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Watering: Water regularly, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings.
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Mulching: Apply mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
🌼 Additional Tips
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Soil pH: Echinacea prefers slightly acidic to neutral soil (pH 6.0–7.0).
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Fertilization: Echinacea is low-maintenance; over-fertilizing can lead to excessive foliage at the expense of flowers.
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Deadheading: Remove spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering.
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Attracts Wildlife: Flowers attract butterflies; seed heads are favored by goldfinches.
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