SCIENTIFIC NAME: Echinacea SUMMERSONG™ Firefinch™ (US7,982,110)

COMMON NAME: SUMMERSONG™ Firefinch™ Coneflower (formerly 'Lakota Fire')

GARDEN SIZE: 12-16 inches tall x 16-18 inches wide

GROWTH RATE: Medium

USDA ZONE: 4-8

EXPOSURE: Full Sun

WATER & SOIL: Well-drained soil with low to average water needs. Suitable for rain gardens.

HABIT (FORM): Compact

FOLIAGE: Green

FLOWERS: Matures through a range of reds, from reddish-orange to pinkish red. Blooms early summer to early fall.

PLANT ORIGIN: Hybrid

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

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.