SCIENTIFIC NAME: Echinacea purpurea 'Primadonna Deep Rose'

COMMON NAME: Primadonna Deep Rose Coneflower

GARDEN SIZE: 30 - 36 inches tall x 24 inches wide

GROWTH RATE: Fast

USDA ZONE: 3b - 8b

EXPOSURE: Full Sun to Part Shade

WATER & SOIL: Prefers well-drained soil and has average water requirements. Does well in rain gardens.

HABIT (FORM): Upright, clump-forming

FOLIAGE: Medium green, lanceolate to broad-lanceolate leaves up to 7 inches long

FLOWERS: Deep rose, daisy-like flowers with slightly drooping rays and dark orange-brown center cones; 5-6 inches in diameter

PLANT ORIGIN: Native to central to southeastern United States, including Tennessee

WILDLIFE SUPPORT: Supports local bees, lepidoptera (moths and butterflies), and birds (especially finches).

FERTILIZING: Give a root stimulant or 4-3-3 fertilizer during initial planting, then feed lightly in late winter or early spring with compost or an organic fertilizer.

PRUNING: Cut back to just above soil level in early spring. Leave the seedheads in place over the fall and winter to support wildlife.

TOXICITY FLAGS: Not generally considered toxic to dogs, cats, or horses. Always research further if you have concerns, as reactions can occur with anything.

USES: Borders, containers, meadows, prairies, rain gardens. Cut flowers.