Echinacea Plants: Growing, Care and Uses
Learn how to grow and care for Echinacea flowers, as well as the symbolism and my experiences in growing them.
Echinacea is a gorgeous perennial flower that blooms from July into early autumn. If you are thinking about planning your garden to have beautiful fall blooms or want to attract butterflies to your garden, Echinacea is the plant you want.
Also known as the purple coneflower, Echinacea is a member of the daisy family. There are many varieties that can produce vibrant blooms in purple, pink, white, yellow, and more.
Native to North America, the plant can be found in the wild from Louisiana to Michigan. You will usually find it growing in open fields and meadows, as the plant likes a good bit of sunshine.
Echinacea is also a great plant to have if you want to attract butterflies to your garden, as well as other beneficial insects such as bees. It is especially good for deer. (At least our deer LOVE them!)
