Echinacea pupurea

Light Purple Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea) is a hardy perennial native to central and eastern North America, known for its striking, daisy-like flowers with purple petals and prominent spiny centers. This plant typically grows 2 to 5 feet tall and forms clumps with sturdy, upright stems. It thrives in full sun but can tolerate partial shade, and prefers well-drained soils, showing good drought resistance once established. Light Purple Coneflower is adaptable to a range of soil types and requires moderate watering, making it a low-maintenance choice for gardens and prairie restorations. Its long-lasting blooms attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies, and the seed heads provide food for birds in the fall and winter.

Native range

North AmericaNative here

Bloom time

June – September

Garden location

West Driveway Bed