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White Swan' is the perfect name for this graceful echinacea, a natural selection from white-flowered variations of the native, purple echinacea. Its flowers attract butterflies and other pollinators, while birds enjoy the seeds. The cone-like seed heads also add a nice architectural touch to the winter garden. A long-lasting cut flower, it adds a sparkle of white to floral arrangements.
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- Variety Info
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Variety Info
Family: Asteraceae
Native: United States
Hardiness: Hardy perennial in USDA zones 3–8
Exposure: Full sun to part shade
Bloom Period: Summer
Plant Dimensions: 24" wide
Variety Info: White flowers appear on tall stems above dark green foliage with 2"–3" long, drooping petals surrounding a bronze or greenish-gold, cone-like center.
Attributes: Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flower, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant
Sowing Info
When to Sow Outside: 2 to 4 weeks before your average last frost date, or as late as 2 months before first fall frost.
When to Start Inside: 10 to 12 weeks before your average last frost date (might bloom first year if started indoors).
Sprouts in: 10–20 days
Plant Seeds (Depth): ¼"
Space Seeds: A group of 3 seeds every 18"
Thinning: When 1" tall, thin to 1 every 18"
- Kortney’s G. i. 1.Verified BuyerRated 3 out of 5 starsApr 20, 20263 Stars For Germination
I’ve never left a review before on a seeds. However, I’ve bought and planted a lot of seeds on this site. I’m leaving a review on this one just because of my experience which I hope will help people thinking about buying these.
First, I would probably give this 3.5 stars if that was an option. I’ve bought two packages of these seeds and so far I’ve only gotten one to go to flower.
I like a challenge so I tried different things. But overall out of 90 seeds only one has been productive so I feel like three stars is a just review.
Also, the instructions on the packet I feel like could be updated for better results
Now that the bad part is out of the way, let’s get to the good part…
The first packet I bought, I planted them like I do my normal echinacea seeds. I probably got 20% germination and all the seedlings died before getting a single true leaf.
On my second packet, I did a little more research and I decided to stratify those seeds. I also got the Paradiso blend (which I hope the write of review on as well). Because you get so few seats in the Paradiso and Alan pride blend I decided to stratified the seeds and plant one in a single cell. I got almost 100% germination.
So I stratified the white swan echinacea, and I got almost 100% in germination.
I still had trouble getting the seedlings to the point where they didn’t die out before getting their true leaves.
That part is really tough.
So of the last 6-cell tray I planted this is the only flower that produced…
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateEGEpic GardeningMay 4, 2026Hey Kortney's,
Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a detailed and thoughtful review! This is incredibly valuable feedback that will definitely help other gardeners who are considering these White Swan Echinacea seeds.
I really appreciate your persistence and all the different approaches you tried - your dedication to getting these seeds to flourish is exactly the kind of spirit we love to see. The stratification tip you shared is gold, and I'm so glad you finally got that beautiful flower!
Your insights about the 30-day stratification process will be incredibly helpful for future gardeners tackling this variety.
I've reached out to you via email to offer assistance and discuss your experience further. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we are committed to ensuring your experience is positive. Thank you once again for your input, and I'm excited to see your upcoming reviews on the Paradiso and Alan Pride varieties! Keep on growing 🌻️
- Jolea H.Rated 5 out of 5 starsAug 3, 20245 Stars
These were finicky little plants to get going. I started them indoors Jan of 2023. I’d say about 75% germination. Planted outdoors in spring. Only about half made it but the ones that did - WOW! No blooming the first year, but prolific blossoms year 2. Zone 8b, western Washington state. Be patient and give the seedlings plenty of light and good starter soil.
Which best describes you as a gardener? Intermediate - MeganVerified BuyerRated 1 out of 5 starsFeb 20, 2026Poor Germination
I sowed the entire packet of seeds and had only 5 germinate. Very disappointing I was looking forward to adding these to my garden this year and share with friends and family.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateEGEpic GardeningFeb 20, 2026Hey Megan,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts in a review. I've reached out to you via email to offer assistance. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we are committed to ensuring your experience is positive. Thank you once again for your input. Keep on growing 🌻️
- Suzanne A.Verified BuyerRated 2 out of 5 starsOct 9, 2025Poor germination
Despite multiple attempts under a propagator, no germination .
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateEGEpic GardeningOct 21, 2025Hey Suzanne,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts in a review. I've reached out to you via email to offer assistance. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we are committed to ensuring your experience is positive. Thank you once again for your input. Keep on growing 🌻️
- Harold B.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsFeb 22, 20255 Stars
Everything went well with my shipment!
