Echinacea purpurea Butterfly Kisses (Coneflower)

Noted for its compactness and sturdy habit, Echinacea purpurea 'Butterfly Kisses' is a particularly attractive double coneflower with large, fragrant, bright pink ray flowers, 3 in. across (7 cm), adorned with a darker pom-pom central cone. Well branched, its numerous flowering stems are strong and held upright. Blooming from midsummer until frost, this dwarf coneflower provides a vibrant floral display and is perfect for perennial borders, small gardens or patio containers. Can be used in fresh cut or dried arrangements.

• Grows up to 18 in. tall (45 cm) and 14-16 in. wide (35-40 cm).
• Thrives in full sun in average, dry to medium moisture, well drained soils. Tolerant of drought, heat and humidity.
• Perfect choice for beds and borders, prairies and meadows, wildflower gardens or cottage gardens.
• Excellent as cut flowers. If flower heads are not removed in the fall, the blackened cones will be visited by birds that feed on the seeds.
• No serious pest or disease issues. Attractive to butterflies, hummingbirds and other pollinators, but deer resistant.
• Remove spent flowers and cut back the stems to encourage further blooms.
• Propagate by division in spring or fall or by root cuttings from late fall to early winter.