SunMagic® Vintage Electric Orange Coneflower (Echinacea)

(Coneflower) Fiery color takes over when Echinacea SUNMAGIC® Vintage Electric Orange begins flowering in summer. Intense orange petals surround a raised central cone for a bold, energetic look. The large flowers stand above deep green foliage on sturdy stems. Blooms begin around mid-June and continue into fall.

Echinacea SUNMAGIC® Vintage Electric Orange reaches 18-24 inches tall and spreads 18-24 inches wide. Its compact habit stays full thanks to strong branching and generous flower production. Choose a full sun location with well-drained soil. This size fits nicely into perennial borders, sunny garden beds, containers, and larger group plantings.

Hardy in zones 4-9, this Echinacea returns after cold winters and performs well through summer heat. Coneflowers are native to North America and support wildlife throughout their growing season. Deer typically avoid them, which can help limit browsing in landscapes with frequent deer activity.

Summer flowers quickly become feeding stops for bees, bumblebees, and butterflies. The long flowering period keeps nectar available as the season progresses. Its sturdy stems also make the colorful blooms a good choice for fresh-cut flower arrangements. Once flowers finish, the raised centers develop into textured seed heads. Allow a few to remain through fall so seed-eating birds can stop by for a meal.