Coneflower
Echinacea purpurea
Asteraceae · Perennial
Coneflowers are classic garden stalwarts, celebrated for their daisy-like flowers and prominent central cones. They bring a cheerful vibrancy to any sunny border and are incredibly resilient.
- · Plant in full sun for best flowering.
- · Deadhead spent blooms to encourage more flowers.
- · Divide clumps every 3-4 years to maintain vigor.
At a glance
- Growing zones: 3-9
- Sun: Full sun
- Water: Moderate
- Maintenance: Low
- Type: Perennial
- Mature size: 2-4 ft tall · 1-2 ft wide
- Bloom season: Summer to early fall · Purple, pink, white
- Pollinator friendly: Yes
- Container suitable: Yes
- Cold tolerance: Hardy to -40F
- Heat tolerance: Excellent
- Soil: Well-drained soil
- Growth rate: Moderate
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