Intense reddish purple flowers and non drooping petals. Height 36".
Echinacea attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds. Prefers dry to medium well drained soil. Drought tolerate when established. Tolerates heat, humidity and poor soils. Deadhead to promote new blooms or leave the seed heads for the birds. Deer resistant.
Perennial Plant of the Year 1998.
- USDA Hardiness Zone(s): 4-9
- Exposure: Full Sun
- Bloom Time(s): June-August