PatternBasePurple Coneflower
Echinacea purpurea, Asteraceae
Zones
3–8
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate
Guild Roles
Pollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect Habitat
Growing Conditions
Sun
Full Sun (optimal)Partial Sun (acceptable)
Water
LowModerateModerate
Soil pH
6 – 7.5
Tolerances
Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.
Companion Plants
Antagonistic Plants
Black WalnutJuglans nigra
Black walnut produces juglone which is toxic to many herbaceous plants including Echinacea species
Fourwing SaltbushAtriplex canescensFourwing saltbush has aggressive root system that competes heavily for water and nutrients with herbaceous perennials
Adams Needle YuccaYucca filamentosaYucca's extensive root system and allelopathic leaf compounds can inhibit nearby herbaceous plants
Uses
Functions
Pollinator SupportMedicine
Edible Parts
RootsFlowers
Common Questions
What zones does Purple Coneflower grow in?
Purple Coneflower grows in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 8.
What are good companion plants for Purple Coneflower?
Good companions for Purple Coneflower include Bee Balm, Marshmallow, Wild Ginger.
Design guilds with Purple Coneflower and see companion relationships visually.
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