Big Sky™ Sunrise Coneflower
Echinacea x 'Sunrise' PP #16,235
SKU
02985
Huge fragrant rich golden yellow new flowers appear alongside butter yellow maturing flowers to create an array of yellow hues. Sturdy stems form a durable, neat plant and make the flowers great for cutting. Combines well with purple and white coneflowers.
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Full sun
Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat.
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Botanical Pronunciation | ek-in-AY-shee-a |
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Average Size at Maturity | Sturdy stems form a clump 24 to 36 in. tall and 24 in. wide. |
Bloom Time | Summer |
Deciduous/ Evergreen | Herbaceous |
Flower Attribute | Flowers for Cutting, Fragrant, Long Bloom Season, Repeat Flowering, Showy Flowers |
Flower Color | Yellow |
Foliage Color | Green |
Garden Style | Cottage |
Growth Habit | Clumping |
Growth Rate | Fast |
Landscape Use | Border, Container, Woodland Garden, Cutting Garden |
Light Needs | Full sun |
Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
Soil Needs | Flower & Rose Food |
Special Feature | Attracts Butterflies, North American Native Selection |
Water Needs | Moderate |
Watering Needs | Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat. |
Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. For a neat appearance, remove old foliage before new leaves emerge. Divide clumps every 2 to 3 years in early spring.
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 4 - 9

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