Echinacea Pixie Meadowbrite™
Meadowbrite Coneflower |
USDA Zone: 4-9 |
Plant number: 1.196.990
(=‘CBG Cone 2’) This hybrid is a vast improvement over other dwarf Coneflowers on the market. Flowers are midsized, with flat medium-pink petals surrounding a cone that begins greenish-pink, maturing to deep crimson. Deadhead regularly for continual blooming into the autumn. The fragrant blooms are attractive to butterflies. A great choice for containers or edging a sunny border. Blooming is best with full sun conditions. This is the third in a series of new hybrids developed at the Chicago Botanic Garden. USPP#18546, CPBRAF: unlicensed propagation prohibited.
Further details for
Echinacea Pixie Meadowbrite™
Optimal Growing Conditions
Sun Exposure Full Sun
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 Deep Pink
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 Large
Height 37-50 cm 14-20 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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