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Coneflower

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.

Companion Plants

Coral Bells

Daylily

St. John's Wort

Plant Details

  • 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