Echinacea 'TNECHPS' PP #30,169 ~ Monrovia® Prima™ Saffron Coneflower

Monrovia® Prima Saffron Coneflower is a compact freely branching native perennial with strong upright stems that do not need staking and aromatic dark green foliage.  Heavy blooms of fragrant vibrant orange flowers with large raised cones begin in early summer continue until the first frost.  Thrives in full sun and well-drained soils.  The flowers attract butterflies and bees, and spent stems will stay erect and attract birds if not removed.  Drought tolerant. Type:  Perennial Origins: NA Native Hybrid Height:  1' - 1.5’ Spread:  1' - 1.5’ Spacing:  1.5’ USDA Hardiness Zone:  4 - 9 Culture:  Full Sun, Part Sun Bloom Color:  Orange Season of Interest:  Summer, Fall MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance.  Susceptible to aster yellows disease and eriophyid mites.  Heat and drought tolerant. LANDSCAPE USES:  Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Garden, Rock Gardens, Groundcover, Native Gardens, and Containers. COMPANION PLANT