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gourmet restaurant. Prized for their brightly colored, daisy-like flowers the coneflowers have earned the nickname “King of the
Daisies”. Gardeners everywhere are fascinated by their eye-catching blossoms and are surprised to learn how easy they are
to grow.
Echinacea purpurea is a native wildflower in the eastern United States and adapts well to windy, hot conditions. Their long tap
root stores water allowing them to withstand periods of drought once they are established. A full sun location will give the best
performance but coneflowers can tolerate light shade. Removing old blooms or deadheading will significantly extend the
bloom time. In addition to the bright colors coneflowers make great cut flowers, dried flowers, attract butterflies and are
resistant to deer.
Many new colors and fragrance have recently been developed by crossing two different varieties, purpurea with paradoxa. The
list below is varied and exciting and available in the greenhouse right now.
Magnus – The perennial plant of the year in 1998 has rose-pink petals with a dark cone. This 36” tall plant is a must for any
perennial garden.
Kim’s Knee High – This dwarf selection will only grow 18-24” and has bright pink blossoms that descend from the dark center
cone.
Big Sky Sunrise – As its name suggests this yellow variety brings brightness to your garden on 36” well-branched plants. The
cone turns from green to gold as the flower ages. A rose-like fragrance makes this an outstanding selection in full sun.
Big Sky Sundown – All the orange of a good sunset comes alive in early summer through fall on these fragrant 30” beauties.
Razzmatazz – The worlds first double Echinacea with fragrant pom-pom shaped flowers in place of the cone. Add a unique
look to the perennial border. 30-36”
Pixie Meadowbrite – This compact plant grows to 20” and is loaded with fragrant pink flowers whose petals are held
horizontal and not droopy like many varieties.
