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Plant Care
Glade coneflower
(Echinacea simulata)
Also Known As
Glade coneflower, Virginia coneflower, Eastern coneflower
About This Plant
Echinacea simulata is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae, native to the United States. It is a herbaceous perennial that grows up to 2 feet (60 cm) tall and 1 foot (30 cm) wide. The plant has narrow leaves and produces pink to purple flowers with a cone-shaped center.
Plant Care Instructions
Outdoor Size Range
1-2 feet (30-60 cm)
Light Requirements
Echinacea simulata prefers full sun, but can tolerate partial shade.
Humidity Needs
Echinacea simulata can tolerate a wide range of humidity levels, but it prefers moderate humidity.
Fertilizing Schedule
The plant does not require fertilizer, but it can benefit from a balanced fertilizer applied once a month during the growing season.
Pruning Guidelines
The plant does not require pruning, but deadheading spent flowers can promote more blooms.
Common Pests and Diseases
Echinacea simulata is generally pest and disease resistant, but it can be affected by aphids and spider mites.
Indoor Size Range
N/A
Watering Schedule
The plant requires moderate watering. It should be watered when the top inch of soil is dry to the touch.
Temperature Range
The plant can tolerate a wide range of temperatures, but it prefers temperatures between 65-80 °F (18-27 °C).
Growing Season
The growing season for Echinacea simulata is from late spring to early fall.
Growing Difficulty Level
Echinacea simulata is easy to grow and low maintenance.
USDA Hardiness Zones
Echinacea simulata is hardy in USDA zones 4-9.
Did You Know?
Echinacea simulata is commonly used in herbal medicine to boost the immune system and treat colds and flu.
