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Description
Echinacea Purpurea Kim S Knee High is a herbaceous perennial plant that belongs to the Asteraceae family. It is a compact, dwarf variety of Echinacea, which grows up to 18-20 inches tall and 12-14 inches wide. This plant is native to North America and is commonly known as coneflower due to its daisy-like flower heads.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Spermatophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Echinacea |
Appearance
Echinacea Purpurea Kim S Knee High has dark green leaves that are deeply lobed and grow up to 3-4 inches long. The flower heads are 3-4 inches wide and have a cone-shaped center that is surrounded by pink-purple petals. The petals are reflexed and droop down as the flower matures. The plant blooms from mid-summer to early fall and attracts bees, butterflies, and birds.
Care Guide
Echinacea Purpurea Kim S Knee High is a low-maintenance plant that is easy to care for. Here are some tips for its care:- Water: Water the plant regularly, especially during hot and dry weather. Keep the soil moist but not waterlogged.- Fertilization: Fertilize the plant once a month during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.- Soil: The plant prefers well-drained, fertile soil. Amend the soil with organic matter before planting.- Sunlight: The plant prefers full sun to partial shade. It needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day.- Hardiness Zones: The plant is hardy in USDA Zones 3-9.
Common Pests & Diseases
Echinacea Purpurea Kim S Knee High is generally resistant to pests and diseases. However, it may occasionally be affected by the following:- Powdery mildew: This fungal disease appears as a white powdery coating on the leaves. It can be controlled by removing infected leaves and improving air circulation around the plant.- Echinacea Mosaic Virus: This virus causes yellowing and mottling of the leaves. There is no cure for this virus, and infected plants should be removed and destroyed.
Habitat
Echinacea Purpurea Kim S Knee High is native to North America and is found in prairies, meadows, and open woods. It prefers well-drained soils and can tolerate drought and heat.
Question and Answer
Q: How often should I water Echinacea Purpurea Kim S Knee High?
A: Water the plant regularly, especially during hot and dry weather. Keep the soil moist but not waterlogged.
Q: What kind of soil does Echinacea Purpurea Kim S Knee High prefer?
A: The plant prefers well-drained, fertile soil. Amend the soil with organic matter before planting.
Q: What is the hardiness zone for Echinacea Purpurea Kim S Knee High?
A: The plant is hardy in USDA Zones 3-9.
Q: What pests and diseases affect Echinacea Purpurea Kim S Knee High?
A: The plant may occasionally be affected by powdery mildew and Echinacea Mosaic Virus.
Related Plants
– Echinacea Pallida- Echinacea Angustifolia- Echinacea Paradoxa- Echinacea Tennesseensis
References
– Missouri Botanical Garden: Echinacea Purpurea ‘Kim’s Knee High’– University of Maryland Extension: Echinacea Purpurea ‘Kim’s Knee High’– NC State Extension: Echinacea Purpurea
