6. Purple Cone Flower (Echinacea purpurea)
Source: RHS Herbarium
6. Purple Cone Flower (Echinacea purpurea) (Image 6 of 11)
Height x Spread: 1.5m x 0.5m
Prefers: Part or dappled shade or full sun; well-drained soil of any type; east, west or south facing; exposed or sheltered spot.
Echinacea purpurea is an upright perennial with coarsely hairy, lance-shaped leaves and daisy-like flower-heads to 12cm across with light purple rays and a brown central disk. Attracts butterflies and bees.
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