Purple Coneflower
Purple coneflower
Echinacea purpurea
Type: Native forb
Sun Needs: Full sun–part shade
Soil Moisture: Medium
Mature Size(ft): 2–4 x 1.5–2
Bloom Time: Summer–early fall
Container size: 1 gallon
Where It Works Well
• Naturalized areas
• Woodland edges
• Wildlife gardens
Ecological benefits:
• Fruits eaten by birds
• Flowers attract small pollinators
• Provides nesting habitat
Other info:
Long-blooming, durable. Deadhead to extend bloom; cut back in spring.
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Pick Up ASAP from the SWCD office. Monday -Friday 8am-4:30pm.
We guarantee a healthy specimen will be supplied at pick up. Due to variations in planting, site conditions and care, no guarantee or refunds will be given after tree pick up. Remember, you are investing in quality root stock vs vigorous above ground leafing or height. The provided estimated heights at delivery are not guaranteed.
Photos: Arbor Day Foundation and/or Missouri Botanical Garden Plant Finder