a white flower with orange-green center on a lime-green stem

purple coneflower

Echinacea purpurea 'Happy Star'

Also Known As - echinacea,purple coneflower,purple coneflower

The purple coneflower, or Echinacea purpurea ‘Happy Star’, is a beautiful flower that is a great addition to any garden. This long-lasting perennial is perfect for attracting pollinators and hummingbirds. Its petals are an amazing dark purple, nearly black, with a bright yellow and orange gradient center. It thrives in full sun and is tolerant of drought like conditions meaning it’s a low effort addition to your garden. Plus, the dried flower heads look beautiful in a bouquet and can be used in interesting crafting projects, making this a multifunctional garden delight.

Cycle:

Herbaceous Perennial

Watering:

Minimum

Propagation:

Seed Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

3 - 8

Flowers:

Purplish pink Flowers In Summer

Sun:

Full sun

Soil:

Sandy Loamy Clay Rocky

Fruits:

purple,pink,white Fruits In Autumn Ready In Fall

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Moderate

Maintenance:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Purple coneflower (Echinacea purpurea 'Happy Star') should be watered once a week during its active growing season. It is important to make sure the soil is moist but not soaked. Water the plants slowly so that the water can absorb deep into the soil. Allow the soil to dry out slightly between watering to prevent root rot. In the winter, water less frequently but still keep the soil lightly moist. If the weather is particularly dry, the plant may need extra moisture.

sunlight

The purple coneflower (Echinacea purpurea 'Happy Star') prefers a sunny spot in the garden with at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily. If the plant is grown indoors, it should be kept near a south- or west-facing window in order to receive enough sunlight. The hotter the climate, the less time the plant should be in direct sunlight, and it should be shaded during the hottest parts of the day. In cooler climates, the plant can withstand more direct sunlight throughout the day.

pruning

Purple coneflowers are an attractive and easy to grow perennial plant, and they require little care if planted with the correct soil and climate conditions. Pruning purple coneflowers is not necessary every year, but an occasional pruning can help keep plants healthy and encourage bloom. For optimal growth and flowering, prune the purple coneflower in early spring (April or May), just before its active growth period. Start by removing any dead, dying, or diseased parts of the plant. Prune away any wilted, yellowed, or dead flowers. Then shape the plant by removing any stems that are too tall or weak, and encourage bushiness with selective trimming. These pruning technique help to keep plants healthy, viable, and attractive throughout the growing season.