Coneflower, Purple

Echinacea purpurea

Basics

Plant Type :Perennial
Hardiness Range : Minimum :4
Maximum :9
Zone : 4,5,6,7,8,9

Height Range : Minimum :91.44
Maximum :121.92

Spread Range : Minimum :30.48
Maximum :60.96

Growth Range :Average growth rate

Shape : Upright or erect

Exposure (light) : Full/partial sun

Wetness Tolerance : Wet
Persistnece : Broadleaf, Deciduous
Leaf Color : Green

Fall Color : No change in color, Not showy

Bloom

Color : Pink
Time : Mid summer, Late summer, Early fall

Fruit Color : Unknown
Attribute : Attracts butterflies, Suitable for cut flowers, Extended bloom season in Zones 9A and above, Attractive flowers or blooms

Care & Uses

Salt Tolerance :Does not tolerate salt
Environment :Drought tolerant
Soil Condition :Adaptable, Alkaline, Loamy, Neutral, Sandy, Well drained