Plant Library

Coneflower paradoxa

Common Name: Coneflower

Botanical Name: Echinacea

Variety: paradoxa

Blossom Color: Yellow

Bloom Time: Jun-Jul

Zone: 4 to 8

Exposure: Sun or Part Shade

Mature Height: 30-36"

Mature Width: 12-18"

Notes: Fragrant, bright yellow flowers have a skirt of narrow, reflexed petals hung below a prominent copper cone. A favorite of native bees, butterflies and songbirds. June-July. 30-36 inches. Cut. Butterflies. Borders. Meadows.