Many wonderful pastel pink, flat-topped flowers with black cones track the sun like sunflowers. Tennessee Coneflower is a great choice for hot dry sites that are difficult for other species. Compact, vigorous, and very floriferous.
Height
2-3 Feet
Spread
12 Inches
Bloom Color
Pink
USDA Hardiness Zone 4-8
Interesting Notes
Echinacea tennesseensis, is a southeastern native, and on the Federal Endangered Species List. A small number of nurseries now offer nursery propagated plants to the gardener. Dark mauve flowers with upturned ray flowers and greenish pink centers open from early June until August.-Armitage
Growing and Maintenance Tips
Full sun in well drained soils. Prefers moist soils, but once established will tolerate dry soils. Does not benefit from additional fertility, which can cause weaker stems.
