ECHINACEA Purple Coneflower 1.3L

(Echinacea purpurea)

Large, rich carmine-red 8cm or larger across flowers shaped like sunflowers in late summer to early autumn. An excellent cut flower, lasting well in water. Medically is said to increases bodily resistance to infection with some research showing that it contains chemicals that help your body create white blood cells. Taken as a tea with fresh or dried flowers (or leaves or roots). Well drained, humus rich soil, in sun. Perennial. Ht 1.3m

*Check with your doctor before taking as a supplement as it can interfere with some medications.