Echinacea ‘Raspberry Tart’
Coneflower |
USDA Zone: 4-9 |
Plant number: 1.196.570
An outstanding compact Coneflower introduction, this features rich magenta-purple petals surrounding a maroon-red cone. Small fragrant blooms, but loads of them keep coming over many weeks. Ideal for the border edge and especially in mixed containers. Attractive to butterflies. Coneflowers begin blooming in midsummer and continue for months if faded flowers are regularly removed. A 2007 introduction from Terra Nova Nurseries in Oregon. USPP#18933: unlicensed propagation prohibited. Registered with COPF.
Further details for
Echinacea ‘Raspberry Tart’
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 Purple
Blooming Time Mid Summer Late Summer Early 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 Fragrant Massed
Flower Head Size Medium
Height 45-60 cm 18-23 inches
Spread 30-45 cm 12-18 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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