{"product_id":"echinacea-lustre-mix-seeds-echinacea-purpurea","title":"Echinacea Lustre Mix Seeds — Echinacea purpurea","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA Dazzling Mix of Coneflower Colours\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEchinacea Lustre Mix\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003eEchinacea purpurea\u003c\/em\u003e) brings a stunning range of colours to the perennial border — from classic rosy-purple to warm coral, soft pink, and creamy white. Each bloom features the characteristic spiky orange-brown cone and swept-back petals, creating a bold, architectural display that lasts from summer through to autumn. A favourite of bees, butterflies, and gardeners alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Gardeners Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌈 \u003cstrong\u003eBeautiful mixed colours\u003c\/strong\u003e — rosy-purple, coral, pink, and white in one packet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🐝 \u003cstrong\u003ePollinator magnet\u003c\/strong\u003e — irresistible to bees and butterflies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✂️ \u003cstrong\u003eExcellent cut flower\u003c\/strong\u003e — long stems and great vase life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e📏 \u003cstrong\u003eGrows to 60 cm tall\u003c\/strong\u003e — perfect for the middle of the border\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong\u003eLong-lived perennial\u003c\/strong\u003e — returns year after year with increasing vigour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e☀️ \u003cstrong\u003eDrought tolerant once established\u003c\/strong\u003e — tough and reliable in NZ summers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Tips for New Zealand\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSow in spring or autumn in a warm, sunny position. Echinacea prefers well-drained soil and full sun, though it tolerates partial shade. Seeds benefit from cold stratification — refrigerate damp seeds for 2–4 weeks before sowing to improve germination rates. Plants flower from their second year. Ideal for most NZ regions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the Packet\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach packet contains \u003cstrong\u003e5 seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e of Echinacea Lustre Mix (\u003cem\u003eEchinacea purpurea\u003c\/em\u003e), with full growing instructions included.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chbotanics Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45041058578501,"sku":null,"price":4.5,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0734\/2974\/5733\/files\/image_44f41521-ff1e-475f-9a46-0451a03a04a1.png?v=1779435095","url":"https:\/\/chbotanics.co.nz\/products\/echinacea-lustre-mix-seeds-echinacea-purpurea","provider":"Chbotanics Seeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}