Echinacea purpurea Rainbow Marcella (Coneflower)

Noted for its petite size and warmly colored petals, Echinacea purpurea Rainbow Marcella (Coneflower) is the stunning result of a cross between Echinacea purpurea and Echinacea paradoxa, pairing the qualities of each. Blooming from mid-summer to early fall, this compact perennial boasts a profusion of coral pink daisy-like flowers that mature to a soft, raspberry pink and remain colorful until a cold winter frost. This dwarf coneflower is well branched with strong, upright stems. Perfect for container gardening and small urban spaces. Excellent as a cut flower.

• Grows up to 18 in. tall (45 cm) and 18-24 in. wide (45-60 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.