Rose-red petals around a deep red cone. Most heavily branched of Big Sky series. According to Richard the best blend of colours and makes best use of rich pigments of purpurea species.
Height: 24/ 60cm Spread:18/ 45cm Hardiness:US zones 3-8 Blooms:July-August
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don
Tuesday, 03 October 2006
I have ben growing "twilight"all sumer of 06 in pots at our nursery the color dosent seem to be as rich as the pictures. but they are in pots in full sun
The Breeder
Richard Saul By Miriam Young
The gardening world is a finer place thanks to Richard Saul. His emergence as one of the worlds leading plant breeders appears to be a triumph of destiny that we can all be thankful for.
The Story Behind the Plant
A problem solved! By Miriam Young
E. 'Twilight' is a result of a breeding experiment to make E. purpurea more suitable for the southern US climate.
Growing Tips
All you need to know By Miriam Young Echinaceas are really easy to grow, and the Big Sky series are no exception.
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