This is one of the latest hybrids of the famous plains native called Purple Coneflower, but better known today by its botanical name: Echinacea. For years before it was a favorite of the herbal medicine industry, it was always one of the loveliest wildflowers on the plains.
This large pink-to-purple daisy is a mainstay of all well-grown wildflower meadows, and is also a major colormaker in perennial borders. Now you have your choice of the same tough, dependably perennial hybrids in a whole range of colors...and as this one shows you, variable flower forms.
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Botanical Name: Echinacea purpurea
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Color: Fiery-orange petals surround a red-orange pompom
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Spread/Width: 24-30" wide
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Bloom Time: Mid to late summer
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Sun/Shade: Full sun to partial shade
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Soil Preferences: Will tolerate most soil condtions as long as they are well drained. Drought tolerant.
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Advantages: Good cut flower and attracts butterflies.
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