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16 Coneflower Varieties That You Never Knew Existed

Coneflower varieties are wide, and if you need help growing daisy-like flowers like the shasta daisy, we are sure you will find what you are looking for in this article.

How many varieties does coneflower have? Will these plants bring life to your dull living space?

Continue reading to learn about all this and varieties you never knew about!

Contents

Different Coneflower Varieties To Have In Your Backyard
Conclusion
References

Different Coneflower Varieties To Have In Your Backyard

1. Purple Coneflower (Echinacea Purpurea)

Growing season	Spring Dormant in winter
Distinguishing characteristics	Purplish-pink, daisy-like, spiky, narrow, and fuzzy blooms Cone-shaped, long-lasting plant that attracts pollinators Native to North America and has medicinal properties.
Specific needs	Full sun and well-drained soil Drought-tolerant and requires occasional deadheading Winter hardy, can tolerate light frost and only needs low to moderate watering.
Common pests	Japanese beetles, spider mites, aphids Powdery mildew, leafhoppers Caterpillars, snails, and slugs

It is a herbaceous perennial that is a member of the Asteraceae family and is homegrown in North America. The perennial is among the most popular coneflower varieties because of its tough root system.

Its blooms are further composed of many small flowers that attract butterflies and bees. It is deer, drought, and clay soil and is mostly styled in wildflowers or cottage gardens. An alternative to echinacea purpurea is echinacea pallida.

This hardy plant is drought-tolerant and low-maintenance, making it a great option for gardeners and landscapers. In addition to its beauty, purple coneflower has long been prized for its medicinal properties.

Indigenous peoples have used the roots and leaves of the plant for centuries to boost the immune system and treat various ailments, from the common cold to skin infections. Today, purple coneflower is still used in traditional and alternative medicine, and recent studies have confirmed some of its health benefits, making it an important part of herbal medicine.

2. Echinacea Double Scoop Cranberry

Growing season	Early summer until frost Dormant in winter
Distinguishing characteristics	Cranberry red, daisy-like, spiky and fuzzy, cone-shaped double blooms Long-lasting with strong stems and attracts pollinators Hybrid of Echinacea Purpurea
Specific needs	Full sun and well-drained soil Drought tolerant and needs occasional deadheading Winter hardy therefore, can tolerate light frost and requires low to moderate watering
Common pests	Japanese beetles, spider mites, aphids Powdery mildew, leafhoppers, caterpillars Snails and slugs and root rot

Echinacea Double Scoop Cranberry is a hybrid of the popular purple coneflower (Echinacea Purpurea) known for its distinctive double blooms in a rich cranberry red color.

In addition to its beauty, Echinacea Double Scoop Cranberry has strong stems that prevent the plant from flopping over, making it an ideal choice for cut flowers and bouquets. With its easy care and eye-catching blooms, Echinacea Double Scoop Cranberry is a must-have for any gardener searching to add a touch of beauty.

The plant is a compact perennial native to the Central and Southeastern United States. It is one of the red varieties of coneflower and is known for its lush, pom-pom, and red blooms.

This plant is prized for its showy, long-lasting flowers and ability to attract pollinators such as bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds to the garden. Despite its beauty, Double Scoop Cranberry is a low-maintenance plant that is drought- and frost-tolerant, making it a great option for gardeners who want to give a splash of color to their landscape without a lot of fuss.

The sturdy stems bear dense and compact flowers in the center, surrounded by flame-like petals. It is mostly used in gravel and rock gardens, wildflower gardens, and dry-flower arrangements. Furthermore, it is tolerant to clay soil, deer, drought, and rocky soil.

3. Echinacea Hot Papaya

Growing season	Mid-summer to early fall Bloom time is June to August
Distinguishing Characteristics	Orange-red, daisy-like, spiky, narrow, cone-shaped blooms Long-lasting plant that attracts pollinators Hybrid of Echinacea Purpurea with a compact growth habit.
Specific Needs	Full sun, well-drained soil, drought tolerant and occasional deadheading Winter hardy; therefore can tolerate light frost Requires low to moderate watering and does not require fertilizers
Common pests	Japanese beetles, spider mites, aphids Powdery mildew, leafhoppers Caterpillars, snails slugs and root rot

Echinacea Hot Papaya is a hybrid of the popular purple coneflower (Echinacea Purpurea) known for its striking orange-red blooms that add a bold pop of color to the garden. This compact plant has a growth habit that is perfect for smaller gardens or as a border plant, and its long-lasting blooms attract pollinators such as bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. It is drought- and frost-tolerant, making it a low-requirement plant that is easy to care for.

This plant is also a fantastic choice for cut flowers and bouquets, with its sturdy stems that prevent the plant from flopping over. With its eye-catching blooms and easy care, Echinacea Hot Papaya is an excellent addition to any garden looking to add a touch of beauty and color.

The plant is a perennial native to the Central and Eastern United States. It has deep fiery-red orange-colored, fragrant blooms three inches across and is mostly used for bordering purposes.

The branches are upright, and the flowering stems are thick and sturdy above the exquisite lush green leaves. The plant’s blooms are known for maintaining their color throughout the year, which makes any garden stand out.

4. Echinacea “Kim’s Knee High”

Growing season	Summer Bloom time is June to August
Distinguishing characteristics	Yellow-orange, daisy-like, cone-shaped, long-lasting flowers that attracts pollinators Hybrid of Echinacea Purpurea Compact, mounding habit
Specific needs	Full sun, well-drained soil that is Drought tolerant that requires occasional deadheading Winter hardy, therefore, can tolerate light frost Low to moderate watering
Common pests	Japanese beetles, spider mites, aphids Powdery mildew, leafhoppers, caterpillars Snails and slugs and root rot

Echinacea ‘Kim’s Knee High’ is a hybrid of the popular purple coneflower (Echinacea Purpurea) known for its bright yellow-orange blooms that add a cheerful pop of color to the garden.

This compact, mounding plant has a growth habit that is perfect for smaller gardens or as a border plant, and its long-lasting blooms attract pollinators such as bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. Echinacea ‘Kim’s Knee High’ is drought- and frost-tolerant, making it a low-maintenance plant that is easy to care for.

This plant is also a great option for cutting flowers and bouquets, with its sturdy stems that prevent the plant from flopping over. With its eye-catching blooms and easy care, Echinacea ‘Kim’s Knee High’ is an excellent addition to any garden looking to add a touch of beauty and color.

The plant is a purple coneflower look-alike and resembles most of its features with echinacea purpurea. The blooms are the same as echinacea purpura with an orange center cone. It is a native of the Central and Southeastern United States.

The compact plant is mostly styled in informal garden settings, prairies, meadows, and small gardens. It attracts beneficial pollinators like hummingbirds, birds, and butterflies and is tolerant to drought and deer.

5. Echinacea Fragrant Angel

Growing season	Mid to late summer Dormant in winter
Distinguishing characteristics	Soft pink, daisy-like, spiky, narrow, come-shaped, fragrant flowers Attracts pollinators and has an upright growth habit Hybrid of Echinacea Purpurea
Specific Needs	Low maintenance, requires full sun and well-drained soil Drought tolerant and requires occasional deadheading Winter hardy, can tolerate light frost and needs low to moderate watering
Common pests	Japanese beetles, spider mites, aphids, powdery mildew, leafhoppers Caterpillars, snails, and slugs Root rot

Echinacea Fragrant Angel is a hybrid of the popular purple coneflower (Echinacea Purpurea) known for its soft pink blooms and sweet fragrance that adds a touch of elegance to the garden.

This plant has an upright growth habit that is perfect for the back of a border, and its long-lasting blooms attract pollinators such as bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. Echinacea Fragrant Angel is drought- and frost-tolerant, making it a low-maintenance plant that is easy to care for.

This plant is a wonderful choice for cut flowers and bouquets, with its sturdy stems that prevent the plant from flopping over. With its delicate blooms and sweet fragrance, Echinacea Fragrant Angel is an excellent addition to any garden looking to add a touch of beauty and fragrance.

The plant is a perennial, is one of the white coneflower varieties, and is characterized by its large golden centers with white petals. The large white flowers and their scent has earned it the name of ‘fragrant angel.‘ These flowers are up to 5 inches in diameter.

It is mostly used for cut flowers and dried arrangements and is styled in garden beds, borders, and meadows. The plant has such a soothing effect that it does not need any companion to bring out its beauty.

6. Echinacea White

Growing season	Summer Dormant in winter and is very late to emerge in spring
Distinguishing characteristics	White, daisy-like, spiky flowers and narrow, fuzzy, cone-shaped with an upright growth habit Long-lasting and attracts pollinators Hybrid of Echinacea Purpurea
Specific needs	Full sun and well-drained soil Drought-tolerant and occasional deadheading and need low to moderate watering Winter hardy, can tolerate light frost
Common pests	Japanese beetles, spider mites, aphids, powdery mildew Leafhoppers, caterpillars Snails slugs and root rot

This plant has an upright growth habit that is perfect for the back of a border, and its long-lasting blooms attract pollinators such as bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.

It is drought- and frost-tolerant, making it a low-demanding plant that is easy to care for. With its strong stems that keep the plant from toppling over, this plant is an excellent option for cut flowers and bouquets. With its stunning white blooms and easy care, it is a lovely addition to any garden looking to add a pop of beauty and elegance.

The plant is a perennial like the other echinacea varieties. Like the angel plant, it bears white petals that border the yellow-golden cones, giving it another name, ‘White Swan.‘ It is mostly used for bordering and in containers or patios. It looks complete but can be paired with the angel plant for a dense look or with other colorful coneflower varieties to create a beautiful contrast.

7. Echinacea Cheyenne Spirit

Growing season	Summer Dormant in winter
Distinguishing characteristics	Multicolored, daisy-like, spiky, narrow, and fuzzy flowers Cone-shaped, long-lasting blooms that attract pollinators with an upright growth habit. Hybrid of Echinacea Purpurea
Specific needs	Full sun, well-drained soil and requires low to moderate watering Drought tolerant and needs occasional deadheading Winter hardy and can tolerate light frost
Common pests	Japanese beetles, spider mites, aphids, powdery mildew Leafhoppers, caterpillars, snails, and slugs Root rot

This perennial plant is a hardy plant that stays upright despite strong winds. The plant comes in a wide range of colors ranging from as simple and elegant as white to vibrant shades of pink and red.

The plant is a prized winner of the All-Americans Selection Gold Medal in 2013. Planting in flower beds and borders adds visual interest to your space.

8. Echinacea Pow Wow Wild Berry

Growing season	Early to late summer Dormant in fall
Distinguishing characteristics	Perennial plant with pink, daisy-like, spiky, narrow, fuzzy, and cone-shaped, long-lasting flowers that attract pollinators Hybrid of Echinacea Purpurea Upright growth habit
Specific needs	Prefers full sun, rich, moist soil, drought tolerant, requires low to moderate watering Requires occasional deadheading Winter hardy, therefore, can tolerate light frost
Common pests	Japanese beetles, spider mites, aphids, powdery mildew, leafhoppers Caterpillars, snails, and slugs Root rot

The plant is an award-winning plant because of its attractive blossoms and attractive and sturdy branches that help the flowers stick upright. The flowers are not large like the other varieties but are only 3 inches in diameter.

It has no threatening pest or disease issues, attracts pollinators such as butterflies and hummingbirds, and is tolerant of deer.

9. Echinacea Secret Passion

Growing season	Mid and late summer Dormant in winter
Distinguishing characteristics	Pink, orange, yellow, daisy-like flowers Cone-shaped and long-lasting blooms that attracts pollinators Hybrid of Echinacea Purpurea
Specific needs	Full to partial sun and well-drained soil Need enough space to grow and tolerate rocky soil Do not overwater
Common pests	Japanese beetles Spider mites, aphids and powdery mildew Leafhoppers, caterpillars, snails slugs and root rot

The plant is widely used in cut flower arrangements. Its double-petaled flowers do not fade easily, making it an excellent choice for vases and southern gardens.

Unlike the rest of the varieties, the cone is an attractive shade of red that looks breathtaking with pink petals. The plant is sturdy and makes sure that it grabs everyone’s attention.

10. Echinacea Intense Orange

Growing season	Early summer Dormant in winter
Distinguishing characteristics	Upright, compact hybrid selection of coneflower Compact perennial with bright orange flowers Beneficial for pollinators
Specific needs	Thrives in full sun, average dry to medium moisture and well-drained soils Require winter protection Prolific bloomer
Common pests	Japanese beetles, spider mites, aphids, powdery mildew, leafhoppers, caterpillars Snails, slugs and root rot

One can never go wrong with large, bright orange daisy-like flowers with a prominent chocolate-brown center. The plant is one of the wide coneflower orange varieties. These flowers are four and a half inches in diameter on erect stems.

The plant is a favorite in freshly cut or dried arrangements and is mostly planted in gravel or rock gardens and patio containers.

11. Echinacea “Green Envy”

Growing season	Summer Dormant in winter and remerge in spring
Distinguishing characteristics	Spoon-shaped ray florets Emerge as green and mature to pink color Central cone that is brown or purple in color
Specific needs	Grows well in deep, well-drained soil, and full to partial sun Tolerant of drought, heat, and humidity Propagation by division
Common pests	Japanese beetles, spider mites, aphids, powdery mildew and leaf hoppers Caterpillars, snails and slugs Root rot

The flowers of this plant are quite interesting. They open up as a fresh mint color and slowly turn to a pale purple shade around the center while keeping their lime color at the tips.

These flowers are large and about four and a half inches in diameter. It differs from the usual white and vibrant varieties and is a perfect choice for perennial borders and just about anywhere!

12. Echinacea “Harvest Moon”

Growing season	Summer Dormant in winter
Distinguishing characteristics	Perennial herb with a raised cone-like center and has tall stems Large, sweet pink or purple flowers Rough and scattered leaves
Specific needs	Thrives in full sun, average dry to medium moisture Prefers well-drained soil Tolerates drought, heat and humidity
Common pests	Japanese beetles, spider mites, aphids and powdery mildew Leafhoppers Caterpillars and snails Slugs and root rot

The plant is a yellow coneflower that blooms in beautiful earthy gold, four inches in diameter flowers. The petals overlap each other and have a rose-like fragrance.

Plant it somewhere close so that you can take in all of its beauty and scent. It has a vase life of two weeks. Gardeners also use Echinacea Daydream as an alternative to this plant.

13. Echinacea Mango Meadowbrite

Growing season	Summer Dormant in winter and remerge in spring
Distinguishing characteristics	Perennial plant with mango-colored flowers with orange scent Large flower heads contain many tiny flowers Earliest blooming coneflower variety
Specific needs	Thrives best in full sun and poor rocky soil but won’t tolerate moist soils Tolerate dry and moist location Drought tolerant and grows well along edges of woodland
Common pests	Japanese beetles, spider mites, aphids, powdery mildew and leaf hoppers Caterpillars, snails and slugs Root rot

This plant is hard to miss, with mango-colored flowers and an orange-tea scent. The juicy scent attracts a lot of friendly pollinators to the garden. It is widely used in herbal teas because of its mango and orange fragrance and flavor.

People often confuse it with Flame Thrower because of the close resemblance. Pair it with Echinacea Sombrero Salsa Red for the striking yellow and red combination.

14. Echinacea Pixie Meadowbrite

Growing season	Summer Dormant in winter
Distinguishing characteristics	Perennial, dwarf variety that attract pollinators Fragrant, showy cut flowers Flat, pink ray florets
Specific needs	Grow best in bright, sunny location Avoid shaded areas Tolerates clay, rocky, and dry soil
Common pests	Japanese beetles, spider mites, aphids, powdery mildew Leafhoppers, caterpillars Snails, slugs and root rot

The plant is one of the dwarf varieties of coneflower. The flower’s petals are pink and flat and have a brown to bronze center. It makes an excellent ground-covering plant and is also used for bordering purposes.

The blossom is an intense shade of carmine, crimson, and purple. It is a great, durable accent to bouquets of cut flowers. Both full light and good, well-drained soil are necessary for Pixie Meadowbright. It is ideal for prairie gardens, wildflower meadows, and sunny borders. This perennial grows well in large plantings and is quickly naturalized.

15. Echinacea Green Jewel

Growing season	Summer Dormant in cold winters
Distinguishing characteristics	Dried arrangements of showy, fragrant cut flowers Unusual color; bright-jade Flowering stems are sturdy and upright
Specific needs	Thrives well in full sun and average to medium moisture Prefers well-drained soil with a neutral pH Tolerates various soil types and drought
Common pests	Japanese beetles, spider mites and aphids Powdery mildew and leaf hoppers Caterpillars

We have now discussed varieties in pink, yellow, orange, etc., but this plant is one of a kind with its all-green flowers. These flowers are large, scented, and five inches across.

The plant is well-branched, has many flowering, hardy stems, and is suitable to be grown in either small gardens or containers. Pair it with other varieties of coneflower to uplift your space.

16. Echinacea Pink Double Delight

Growing season	Mid to late summer Dormant in winter
Distinguishing characteristics	Pink, daisy-like, upright double flowers Long-lasting flowers that attracts pollinators Compact growth habit, vibrant color and fragrant
Specific needs	Thrives in full sun, well-drained soil Drought tolerant Occasional deadheading is required
Common pests	Japanese beetles, spider mites, aphids, powdery mildew and leaf hoppers Caterpillars, snails and slugs Root rot

The plant with its double pom-pom flowers is a delicate beauty. This delightful variety produces bright-pink blooms in abundance that are 3 inches across.

It is a dwarf plant whose petals have drooping pink rays from the central cone. It looks beautiful when planted in small garden beds, patio containers, and borders. Furthermore, it is tolerant to deer, rocky, and dry soil.

Conclusion

By now, we know that you must be amazed as we are to know about these coneflower varieties, and it tends to get overwhelming with such wide varieties. But do not worry, as we are here to help.

Whichever variety you decide to have, always remember the following important points from the article above:

If you prefer pink pom-pom flowers over regular flowers, look no further than the delight plant or the double scoop plant.
The angel plant is enough to steal the limelight.
Plant the mango-colored meadowbrite for not just its beauty and fragrance but also for its health benefits.

These coneflowers can adorn your garden this season, so go ahead and choose the best one for you!

References

https://www.rhs.org.uk/plants/69049/echinacea-purpurea-white-swan/details
https://www.rhs.org.uk/plants/251963/echinacea-purpurea-pink-double-delight-pbr-(cone-fections-series)-(d)/details
https://www.rhs.org.uk/plants/300307/echinacea-purpurea-green-jewel-pbr/details
https://www.clemson.edu/cafls/demo/plant_profiles/echinacea-coneflower.html

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