Echinacea purpurea ‘Ruby Star’

 

This cultivar offers striking magenta-red daisies on strong upright stems. Plant in full sun in average (not overly rich), well-drained soils. Avoid soils that are overly moist in winter. Photo courtesy of Walters Gardens.

Common Name:  Coneflower

Family:  Asteraceae (The Aster/Daisy Family)

Zone Hardiness:  4-9

Light:  Full Sun

Height:  36”

Width:  12-24"

Primary Bloom Colour:  Magenta

Secondary Bloom Colour:  Red

Class:  Deciduous

Type:  Perennial

Bloom Time:  Summer - Fall

Soil Moisture:  Average, Dry, Drought Tolerant

Stem Colour:  

Fragrance:  Yes

Berries:  

Benefits:  Butterflies

Deer Resistant:  Yes

BC Native:  No

Native Habitat:  Dry open woods, prairies and barrens.

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