Pale Purple Coneflower

Echinacea pallida

Bloom time: June- July

Bloom Color: Pink

Height:  3 ft

Sun exposure: Full/Partial

Soil Moisture: Medium- Dry

Deer resistant: Yes

Other Common Names: Narrow-leaved Coneflower

Fun facts:

Because Echinacea pallida has a strong, deep root system, it helps to prevent soil erosion in areas with dry or sandy soil. Its roots bind the soil together, making it an important plant in prairie restoration projects and stabilizing the land in areas prone to wind and water erosion.

Echinacea pallida is known for its ability to self-sow or spread naturally by dropping its seeds. This allows it to gradually expand and form colonies over time, creating large clusters of plants in the wild, which helps in restoring prairies and meadows.

 

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