Narrowleaf Coneflower (Echinacea angustifolia)
Transform your garden with the striking beauty and ecological benefits of the Narrowleaf Coneflower. This compact, upright perennial boasts strappy, pubescent leaves and robust, purple-petaled flowers that bloom atop hardy stems. Ideal for full sun, these plants bring vibrant color and essential wildlife support to any landscape.
Key Benefits:
- Pollinator-Friendly: Grown non-GMO and free of harmful neonicotinoids, ensuring a safe haven for pollinators like bees, butterflies, and moths.
- Wildlife Support: Provides essential food and habitat for birds, beneficial insects, and other wildlife.
- Perennial Beauty: Returns each year with minimal care, reducing the need for chemicals and conserving water once established.
- Deer Resistant: Once established, these plants are resilient to deer browsing, maintaining their beauty throughout the seasons.
- Versatile Quantities: Available in sets of three, six, or 12 plants, perfect for any garden size.
Why Choose Narrowleaf Coneflower?
Narrowleaf Coneflower is a hardy native plant that thrives in various soil types and is drought-tolerant once established. Its long-lasting blooms not only enhance the aesthetic appeal of your garden but also play a critical role in supporting local ecosystems by providing nectar and habitat for pollinators and other wildlife.
Planting Tips:
- Location: Select a sunny spot in your garden with well-drained soil.
- Watering: Water regularly during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency.
- Maintenance: Minimal care required. There's no need to deadhead the flowers, as allowing them to go to seed provides a valuable food source for birds. Leaving the stems standing in the fall offers overwintering sites for beneficial insects. If desired, cut back the stems in late spring after pollinators have emerged.
For more information on planting, view our How to Plant Your Native Plants guide and other planting tips in the Garden for Wildlife Learning Center.
By choosing Narrowleaf Coneflower, you contribute to a healthier ecosystem and enjoy a beautiful, low-maintenance garden. Enhance your garden’s biodiversity today with this native beauty.