Echinacea purpurea ‘Sparkler’
Variegated Coneflower |
USDA Zone: 4-9 |
Plant number: 1.196.980
A variegated selection of Coneflower, this forms a low clump of showy green leaves splashed and mottled with creamy white. Upright stems hold a long display of rose-pink daisies with a deeper orange to brown cone in the center. Flowering starts in midsummer and continues for weeks. The foliage mound provides good garden interest for the whole season. Blooms are very attractive to butterflies. Seed heads are useful in dried arrangements. Excellent for cutting. Adapts to a wide variety of soil conditions. May need protection from hot afternoon sun. USPP#17298: unlicensed propagation prohibited.
Further details for
Echinacea purpurea ‘Sparkler’
Optimal Growing Conditions
Sun Exposure Full Sun or Partial Shade
Soil Type Normal or Sandy or Clay
Soil pH Neutral or Alkaline or Acid
Soil Moisture Average or Dry or Moist
Care Level Easy
Appearance and Characteristics
Flower Colour Deep Pink
Blooming Time Mid Summer Late Summer Early Fall Mid Fall
Foliage Color Deep Green Variegated White
Plant Uses & Characteristics Accent: Good Texture/Form Attracts Butterflies Border Containers Cut Flower Deer Resistant Dried Flower Drought Tolerant Fragrant Massed Specimen
Flower Head Size Large
Height 70-75 cm 27-29 inches
Spread 30-45 cm 12-18 inches
Foot Traffic None
Growth Rate Slow
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.
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