Echinacea spp. (Coneflower) #2

Description

Echinacea spp. (Coneflower) is a long-blooming, hardy perennial prized for its striking daisy-like flowers with prominent central cones and strong pollinator appeal. It forms upright clumps of coarse, dark green foliage and produces tall stems that carry large, showy flowers from early summer through fall, adding vertical interest to borders, perennial beds, and wildflower gardens.

Flower colors vary by variety and include classic purple, pink, white, yellow, orange, and bi-color forms. The prominent central cone ranges from brown to dark orange or green, depending on the cultivar. Echinacea spp. attracts bees, butterflies, and birds, is drought-tolerant once established, and provides excellent cut flowers or dried blooms for arrangements.

Care Instructions:

• Herbaceous perennial

• Prefers full sun

• Well-drained soil; tolerates dry and poor soils

• Moderate watering; drought tolerant once established

• Deadhead spent flowers to prolong bloom

Key Features:

• Upright flower stems with large daisy-like blooms

• Flowers in purple, pink, white, yellow, orange, and bi-color

• Prominent central cone in brown, orange, or green

• Attracts pollinators and birds

• Drought-tolerant, low-maintenance perennial