Monrovia® Double Scoop Watermelon Deluxe Echinacea is a compact perennial with improved branching and strong upright stems that do not need staking. The abundant large saturated hot pink double flowers that have drooping lower petals short petal top from the cone bloom from late spring through summer. Thrives in full sun and well-drained soils. The flowers attract butterflies and bees, and spent stems will stay erect and attract birds if not removed. Drought tolerant.
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Type: |
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Origins: |
NA Native Hybrid |
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Height: |
1.5' - 2’ |
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Spread: |
1.5' - 2’ |
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Spacing: |
1.5’ |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
5 - 9 |
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Culture: |
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Bloom Color: |
Pink |
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MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance. Susceptible to aster yellows disease and eriophyid mites. Heat and drought tolerant.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Garden, Rock Gardens, Groundcover, and Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Liatris, Baby’s Breath, Salvia
IMAGE: Photos by Proven Winners, Double Scoop™ Watermelon Deluxe Coneflower
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.
