{"product_id":"seeds-echinacea-angustifolia","title":"Seeds Echinacea Angustifolia","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"58\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"27\"\u003eEchinacea, Angustifolia\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"27\" data-end=\"30\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"30\" data-end=\"56\"\u003e(Echinacea angustifolia)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"60\" data-end=\"479\"\u003eEchinacea angustifolia is a hardy native prairie perennial known for its narrow leaves, rosy-purple petals, and powerful traditional medicinal use. Often considered one of the most potent echinacea species in Western herbalism, its deep taproot and drought tolerance make it especially well suited to dry meadows and prairie-style plantings. A long-lived, resilient species for both medicinal and ecological landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"486\" data-end=\"511\"\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"515\" data-end=\"780\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"515\" data-end=\"550\"\u003eTraditional Immune Support Herb\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"550\" data-end=\"553\"\u003eThe root is the primary medicinal part and has been traditionally used in tinctures and teas to support immune response. Indigenous peoples and later herbalists valued this species for seasonal wellness and immune resilience.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"784\" data-end=\"980\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"784\" data-end=\"821\"\u003eDeep Taproot \u0026amp; Prairie Adaptation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"821\" data-end=\"824\"\u003eDevelops a strong taproot that allows it to thrive in dry, well-drained soils. Particularly well adapted to prairie environments and low-input landscapes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"984\" data-end=\"1192\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"984\" data-end=\"1011\"\u003eNative Pollinator Plant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1011\" data-end=\"1014\"\u003eRosy-purple blooms attract native bees, including long-tongued bumble bees (\u003cem data-start=\"1092\" data-end=\"1100\"\u003eBombus\u003c\/em\u003e spp.), as well as butterflies. Seed heads later provide food for birds such as goldfinches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1196\" data-end=\"1432\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1196\" data-end=\"1227\"\u003eLong-Lived Meadow Perennial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1227\" data-end=\"1230\"\u003eGrows 1–2.5 feet tall and integrates well into prairie restorations, pollinator meadows, and dry perennial borders. Its compact stature makes it suitable for mass plantings and layered meadow designs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1439\" data-end=\"1460\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1464\" data-end=\"1510\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1464\" data-end=\"1483\"\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"1484\" data-end=\"1508\"\u003eEchinacea angustifolia\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1513\" data-end=\"1564\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1513\" data-end=\"1530\"\u003eNative Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Central North American prairies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1567\" data-end=\"1600\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1567\" data-end=\"1588\"\u003ePlant Life Cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perennial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1603\" data-end=\"1635\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1603\" data-end=\"1624\"\u003eSun Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1638\" data-end=\"1694\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1638\" data-end=\"1660\"\u003eSoil Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-dry to dry, well-drained\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1697\" data-end=\"1728\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1697\" data-end=\"1715\"\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1–2.5 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1731\" data-end=\"1760\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1731\" data-end=\"1746\"\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e June–August\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1763\" data-end=\"1793\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1763\" data-end=\"1779\"\u003eBloom Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rosy purple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1796\" data-end=\"1827\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1796\" data-end=\"1821\"\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1834\" data-end=\"2216\"\u003eCold stratification improves germination—sow outdoors in fall or refrigerate seeds for 30 days before spring planting. Avoid overly rich soils, which can reduce root strength and longevity. Harvest roots after 3–4 years for medicinal use. In permaculture systems, plant in sunny meadow strips or the herbaceous layer of dry food forest edges where deep roots improve soil structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2218\" data-end=\"2371\"\u003eEchinacea angustifolia combines prairie resilience, pollinator value, and respected medicinal tradition—an essential native perennial for dry landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Strictly Medicinals","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":47405088997635,"sku":"SM-10","price":4.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/1128\/8067\/files\/6B0D3461-DE8E-4CFB-A224-AE65B05DC934.jpg?v=1773952019","url":"https:\/\/tfcnursery.com\/products\/seeds-echinacea-angustifolia","provider":"The Farm Connection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}