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Echinacea purpurea 'Pink Double Delight' PP18803

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Terra Nova Nurseries, Inc.

Family

Asteraceae

Botanical Name

Echinacea purpurea 'Pink Double Delight' PP18803

Plant Common Name

Eastern Purple Coneflower, Pink Double Delight Coneflower

General Description

The patented coneflower 'Pink Double Delight’ is a compact herbaceous perennial known for its strong-stemmed double pink daisies. In late spring to early summer, numerous flowers arise from short stems. These have long clear pink ray petals surrounding a dense cluster of shorter frilled deep pink florets. The blooming season may be extended if spent flowers are removed, or deadheaded.

Purple coneflower is a dependable garden staple that self-sows freely, and 'Pink Double Delight’ will reliably flower in the first year after sowing; though it will not bloom true from seed. It is happiest when planted in sites with full sun and well-drained, moderately fertile garden soil. This carefree native is an excellent choice for perennial gardens, mixed borders or wildflower plantings. Its short stature also makes is suitable for windy gardens and containers.

Coneflowers make great cutflowers. Their fresh blooms also attract butterflies and the dry seed-filled cones draw seed-eating birds, finches in particular. Those seeking deer-resistant plants should also consider planting purple coneflower as it’s not one of their favorites.

Characteristics

  • AHS Heat Zone

    9 - 1

  • USDA Hardiness Zone

    3 - 9

  • Sunset Zone

    A1, A2, 1a, 1b, 2a, 2b, 3a, 3b, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24

  • Plant Type

    Perennial

  • Sun Exposure

    Full Sun, Partial Sun

  • Height

    2'-3' / 0.6m - 0.9m

  • Width

    3'-3' / 0.9m - 0.9m

  • Bloom Time

    Early Summer, Summer, Late Summer, Early Fall

  • Native To

    Hybrid Origin, Northeastern United States, Mid-Atlantic United States, Southeastern United States, North-Central United States, Central United States, South-Central United States, Canada

Growing Conditions

  • Soil pH

    Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline

  • Soil Drainage

    Well Drained

  • Soil type

    Clay, Loam

  • Growth Rate

    Fast

  • Water Requirements

    Average Water

  • Habit

    Clump-Forming

  • Seasonal Interest

    Summer, Fall

Ornamental Features

  • Flower Interest

    Showy

  • Flower Color

    Pink

  • Fruit Color

    Brown

  • Foliage Color (Spring)

    Green, Dark Green

  • Foliage Color (Summer)

    Dark Green

  • Foliage Color (Fall)

    Dark Green, Brown

  • Fragrant Flowers

    Yes

  • Fragrant Fruit

    No

  • Fragrant Foliage

    No

  • Bark or Stem Fragrant

    No

  • Flower Petal Number

    Double

  • Repeat Bloomer

    Yes

  • Showy Fruit

    No

  • Edible Fruit

    No

  • Showy Foliage

    No

  • Foliage Texture

    Medium

  • Foliage Sheen

    Matte

  • Evergreen

    No

  • Showy Bark

    No

Special Characteristics

  • Usage

    Cutflower, Mixed Border, Wildflower

  • Sharp or Has Thorns

    No

  • Invasive

    No

  • Attracts

    Birds, Butterflies

  • Self-Sowing

    Yes