Echinacea
(Echinacea purpurea)

Description:
Echinacea also known as "purple coneflower",  is a rough and hairy perennial. Typically it grows to 2-4 feet in height. The daisy-like flowers bloom throughout summer. Good fresh cut or dried flower. 

Growing:
  • ​perennial
  • full sun
  • moist ​well draining soil
  • low water (once established)
  • harvest: roots & flowers

Health benefits:
  • cold & flu
  • boost immune response

How to use?
  • decoctions
  • dried teas
  • syrups
  • compresses
  • creams, salves, oils & lotions
  • tinctures
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