SCIENTIFIC NAME: Echinacea hybrid 'Evolution™ Colorific™' 'Balevoeen' PP #30,998

COMMON NAME: Evolution™ Colorific™ Coneflower

GARDEN SIZE: 18-20 inches tall by 18 inches wide.

GROWTH RATE: Fast

USDA ZONE: 4-9

EXPOSURE: Full sun

WATER & SOIL: Prefers well-drained soil with average water requirements. Suitable for rain gardens.

HABIT (FORM): Upright and sturdy

FOLIAGE: Green

FLOWERS: Profusion of various pink-hued blooms with an enchanting olive green cone from late spring through fall. open orange-red and transition to pinks and purple-reds

PLANT ORIGIN: hybrid

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.