SCIENTIFIC NAME: Echinacea SOMBRERO® SANGRITA ('Balsomanita' PP30138 US7,982,110)

COMMON NAME: SOMBRERO® Sangrita Coneflower

GARDEN SIZE: 18-22 inches tall x 22-24 inches wide

GROWTH RATE: Moderate

USDA ZONE: 4-9

EXPOSURE: Full Sun

WATER & SOIL: Prefers well-drained soil with low to average water needs. Suitable for rain gardens. Salt tolerant.

HABIT (FORM): Compact, well-branched, sturdy

FOLIAGE: Dark Green

FLOWERS: Orange aging to rich warm red with dark cones. Blooms early to late summer.

PLANT ORIGIN: Hybrid

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

FERTILIZING: Use a root stimulant or 4-3-3 fertilizer during initial planting. Feed lightly in late winter or early spring with compost or organic fertilizer.

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

TOXICITY FLAGS: Not generally considered toxic to dogs, cats, or horses. Always research further if you have concerns.

USES: Borders, containers, meadows, prairies, rain gardens. Ideal for cut flowers.