Echinacea Kismet Raspberry (Cone Flower)

Description

PLANT:  Large raspberry-pink flowers are long lasting and appear earlier than others.  This plant has upright foliage and a compact sturdy habit. Valued for it’s long bloom time. 

 CULTIVATION: Will grow in almost any soil, but prefers full to part sun and fertile, well-drained soil. Drought and heat tolerant. Deadhead to prolong flowering time. Leave some flowers up over winter to provide food for finches and other birds.

UTILIZATION: Great for sunny bed, prairie garden or wildflower meadow. Cuts well.

Origin:     hybrid – species native to N America 

Blooms:  summer – early fall

H: 16-18”       W: 18”

Zones: 4-9

1 GAL 79140

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