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Purple Coneflower

Echinacea purpurea

Category: Perennial • Coneflower

Discover the beauty of Purple Coneflower, a drought-tolerant plant that attracts pollinators and blooms all summer.

Mature Height: 2-4 feet
Mature Width: 1-2 feet
Bloom Color: Purple, Pink
Bloom Time: Summer to Fall
Light: Sun
Zone: Zones 3-9
Maintenance: Low
Growth Rate: Moderate
Season of Interest: Summer
Foliage: Deciduous

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Josh Graber

Owner and Landscape Designer Ā· Kansas State University Ā· 25+ Years Experience

B.S. in Horticulture and Landscape Design – Kansas State University

25+ years of industry experience

Description

Purple Coneflower is a hardy perennial known for its striking purple petals and prominent cone-shaped center. It attracts pollinators and is often used in wildflower gardens.

Ideal Conditions

Thrives in full sun to partial shade with moderate moisture. Prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate drought.

Soil Preferences

Well-drained soil is ideal, with moderate moisture levels. It adapts to a range of pH levels.

Sun Needs

Sun

Landscape Guidance

Landscape Use

pollinator gardenmass plantingaccent

Special Features

Attracts pollinatorsdrought-tolerantlong blooming period

Wildlife Value

Attracts pollinators and provides seeds for birds.

Resistance / Tolerance

Drought tolerant.

Notes from Our Designer

Great for naturalized areas and attracts butterflies. Works well in mixed borders.

Maintenance Notes

Low

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Is Purple Coneflower a good fit for Kansas City landscapes?

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