Echinacea Double Scoop Bubblegum (Coneflower)

Echinacea Double Scoop Bubblegum (Coneflower) is a compact perennial boasting a profusion of large, slightly-fragrant, bubble gum pink double flowers, 4 in. across (10 cm), with overlapping, slightly reflexed, deep pink ray petals surrounding a prominent pink pompom. Blooming from early summer until frost, this coneflower has a strong upright habit with well-branched stems.

Echinacea Double Scoop Bubblegum (Coneflower) is a compact perennial boasting a profusion of large, slightly-fragrant, bubble gum pink double flowers, 4 in. across (10 cm), with overlapping, slightly reflexed, deep pink ray petals surrounding a prominent pink pompom. Blooming from early summer until frost, this coneflower has a strong upright habit with well-branched stems. It is an eye-catching addition to perennial borders, prairies, or patio containers. Can be used in fresh cut or dried arrangements.

  • Grows up to 22-24 in. tall (55-60 cm) and 18-20 in. wide (45-50 cm).
  • Thrives in full sun in average, dry to medium moisture, well-drained soils. Tolerant to drought, heat, and humidity.
  • Perfect choice for beds and borders, prairies and meadows, wildflower gardens, or cottage gardens. Excellent as cut flowers
  • No serious pest or disease issues. Double flowers may not be as attractive to butterflies and birds as single flowers. Deer resistant.
  • Remove spent flowers and cut back the stems to encourage further blooms. Deadheading will help them grow and thrive.
  • Propagate by division in spring or fall or by root cuttings from late fall to early winter.

Requirements

Hardiness 4
– 9

Heat Zones 1
– 9

Climate Zones 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, A2, A3
Plant Type Perennials
Plant Family Echinacea – Coneflowers
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Summer (Early,Mid,Late)Fall
Height 1'
– 2'
(30cm
– 60cm)
Spread 1'
– 2'
(30cm
– 60cm)
Spacing 18″
– 20″
(45cm
– 50cm)
Water Needs Low, Average
Maintenance Low
Soil Type Chalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Well-Drained
Characteristics Dried Arrangements, Cut Flowers, Fragrant, Showy
Tolerance Clay Soil, Deer, Drought, Dry Soil, Rocky Soil
Garden Uses Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers
Garden Styles Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow