Purple Coneflower

Echinacea purpurea
Makes an exceptional, long lasting cut flower

Purple Coneflower
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About Purple Coneflower

Purple Coneflower has long stems leading to single flower heads with half to one inch dome disks covered with golden spines surrounded by purple petals. Native to the Midwest and southeastern U.S., this flower grows best in full sun. Known for its medicinal uses, it also makes an exceptional, long-lasting cut flower. This perennial blooms in the early summer through the fall. One packet contains 6 grams.

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Product Details

Height Range: 24 - 36 inches
Seeding Rate: 5 oz. / 1,000 sq ft
Seeds Per Pound: 115,500
Growing Season: Warm Season
Lifespan: Perennial
Planting Season: Spring
Winter/Dormant
Target Solution: Drought Tolerant
Sand Tolerant
Shade Tolerant
Full Sun
Erosion Control
High Elevation
Quick Establishment
Low Maintenance
Deer Resistant
Ideal for Birds
Ideal for Bees
All Purpose Solution
Use: Conservation
Ground Cover & Erosion Control
Landscape & Ornamental
Revegetation
Wildlife Habitat & Food
Multi-Purpose Use
Blooming Season: April - July
Color: Purple