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Thanks HoosierHarvester for the insight. I used cold stratification in the fridge. It was my first attempt and I was not sure of my process. The seed is of good quality and from a reputable source so I believe it is viable. I do believe I will try the method you suggest with potting mix over the winter and hope for a spring emergence.

HoosierHarvester said:Winter sowing is a good method for germinating echinacea seeds, sowing in the late fall, as that is how they germinate natural ocurring. I still would suggest sowing them in a large container filled with potting mix (not soil) and left where the pot gets ample moisture. Germination would be when the weather warms in spring.