Echinacea purpurea ‘Kim’s Knee High’
Dwarf Coneflower |
USDA Zone: 3-9 |
Plant number: 1.196.840
A terrific selection of our native Purple Coneflower. This is compact and bushy in habit, making it ideal for edging, containers, or towards the front of a sunny border. Flowers are mauve-pink with an orange cone, the petals drooping gracefully. Removing faded flowers regularly will greatly increase the flowering period. Seedheads have good winter interest. Outstanding for cutting. Attractive to butterflies. Proving to be a very versatile plant with a multitude of uses. USPP#12242: unlicensed propagation prohibited.
Further details for
Echinacea purpurea ‘Kim’s Knee High’
Optimal Growing Conditions
Sun Exposure Full Sun or Partial Shade
Soil Type Normal or Sandy or Clay
Soil pH Neutral or Alkaline or Acid
Soil Moisture Average or Dry or Moist
Care Level Easy
Appearance and Characteristics
Flower Colour Brown Deep Pink
Blooming Time Mid Summer Late Summer Early Fall Mid Fall
Foliage Color Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics Accent: Good Texture/Form Attracts Butterflies Border Containers Cut Flower Deer Resistant Dried Flower Drought Tolerant Edging Massed Wild Flower
Flower Head Size Large
Height 45-60 cm 18-23 inches
Spread 30-60 cm 12-23 inches
Foot Traffic None
Growth Rate Medium
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.
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