Echinacea pallida
The iconic blooms of the coneflower are common site in wildflower gardens but this species of the echinacea family adds a slightly different flavor. The pale coneflower has petals that are a gentle, pale pinkish-purple and which are generally more narrow than its relative the purple coneflower. Attracts pollinators including butterflies.
Pale Coneflower
Height : 2-3 feet (60-90cm)
Spread : 1-2 feet (30-60 cm)
Blooming Period : June to July
Light : Full to Partial Sun
Water : Dry to medium
Soil : Sand, loam, clay
Zone : 4-8
Native Ontario Habitat : Prairies, open woodlands and savannahs
Landscape Uses : Butterfly gardens, pollinator gardens, meadows and naturalized areas