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Coneflower

Echinacea Sp.

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Overview

Coneflowers (Echinacea sp.) are hardy perennials offering a striking display of vibrant, daisy-like flowers with raised, cone-shaped centers. Typically reaching 2-4 feet in height, they thrive in full sun to light shade and prefer well-draining soil. Their blooms, in hues from purple to pink and white, are a magnet for butterflies and bees, providing a dynamic element to any garden. Blooming from early summer to fall, they add long-lasting color and texture.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 3–9Climate Temperate
Coneflower (Echinacea Sp.) — daisy-like flowers with raised

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
3–9

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Asteraceae
Climate
Temperate

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Photos (154)

Coneflower (Echinacea Sp.) — space these plants approximately 18 to 24 inches apart to allow for ample air circulation; and flowers are known for, image 154
Coneflower (Echinacea Sp.) — contributing long-lasting color to the garden; commonly referred to by its genus name Echinacea sp., image 148
Coneflower (Echinacea Sp.) — Echinacea thrives in full sun to light shade and prefers well-drained soil; daisy-like flowers with raised, image 151
Coneflower (Echinacea Sp.) — it demonstrates notable drought tolerance; is an herbaceous perennial treasured for its resilience and distinctive, image 152
Coneflower (Echinacea Sp.) — making it ideal for xeriscaping schemes or areas with water restrictions.<br><br>When designing a landscape, image 153
Coneflower (Echinacea Sp.) — surrounded by petals that range from the classic purples and pinks to yellows; echinacea is not only visually, image 150
Coneflower (Echinacea Sp.) — With species ranging in height from 2 to 5 feet; which helps prevent foliar diseases, image 146
Coneflower (Echinacea Sp.) — its robust stalks rarely require staking; perennial for full or half, image 147
Coneflower (Echinacea Sp.) — providing a touch of natural beauty and attracting a host of pollinators; contributing long-lasting color to the garden, image 145
Coneflower (Echinacea Sp.) — Flowers showcase a central cone, image 149

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