Coneflower
Common name
Coneflower
Botanical name
Echinacea hybrid
Variety
Big Sky® After Midnight®
Zone
USDA Zone 3 (-40°F) to USDA Zone 9 (20°F).
Light
Part sun
Height
12-18" (31-46 cm)
Habit
Upright
Feed
Use all-purpose
Water
Weekly during dry spells
Bloom Color
Purple
Bloom Time
Spring-fall
Maintenance
Remove spent blooms
About
The contrast of dark magenta petals surrounding a black-red cone is outstanding in the garden. Well-branched and compact, these plants are a perfect choice for containers or the front of the flower border. The fragrant blooms are great for attracting butterflies to the garden.
