Plant Overview

The Cone Flower is a stunning perennial that adds vibrant color and architectural interest to any garden. With its distinctive cone-shaped center and drooping petals, this native wildflower attracts butterflies, bees, and birds while providing long-lasting blooms from mid-summer through fall. Its sturdy stems and drought tolerance make it an excellent choice for both formal gardens and naturalized settings.

Plant Information

• Latin Name: Echinacea purpurea
• Common Name: Purple Coneflower
• Watering Requirements: Low to Medium
• Sun Exposure: Full Sun to Part Shade
• Soil Conditions: Well-draining, adaptable to most soil types
• Mature Plant Height: 24-36 inches
• Mature Plant Width: 18-24 inches

Plant Care

Cone Flowers are remarkably low-maintenance plants that thrive with minimal attention. Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering throughout the season. In late fall, consider leaving some seedheads for winter interest and bird food. These hardy perennials require minimal division and can be cut back in early spring before new growth emerges.

Planting Instructions

Plant your Cone Flower in spring or early fall, spacing plants 18-24 inches apart. Dig a hole twice the width of the container and at the same depth. Remove the plant from its container, gently loosen the roots, and place it in the hole at the same level it was growing in the pot. Backfill with soil, water thoroughly, and apply a light layer of mulch around the base, keeping it away from the crown.

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