Description
Common name: Coneflower
Purple Emperor produces large, fragrant, magenta purple blossoms on sturdy, well-branched stems that are held in perfect proportion to the bushy clump of deep green foliage. As the flowers age, the tips of the petals turn a bit lighter pink but the center remains a bright magenta color.
This coneflower creates a substantial presence in the garden when planted singly, but is absolutely incredible when planted en masse.
Praised for their cheerful brightly colored flowers, coneflowers are a mainstay in today’s garden. Be sure to leave some spent blooms on the plants in the fall because their seeds provide winter food for finches and other birds. The dried seed heads also provide architectural interest in the winter.
The plants we ship; In early spring when echinacea ships they often appear small but will grow quickly as they are just waking up from being dormant. They will flower in the first season if planted in early summer.
Photos courtesy of Walters Gardens Inc.
Size: 2.” Potted Plant
Height: 15.0-18.0 Inches
Spread: 12.0-16.0 Inches
Hardiness Zones: 4,5,6,7,8
Sunlight: Full Sun
Attributes: Attracts Butterflies, Songbirds & Bee Friendly
Deer Resistant
