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Purple coneflowerBotanical Name: Echinacea purpurea
Plant Family: Aster family (Asteraceae) Description: A popular perennial with purple petals around a domed spiny center. Commonly found in open woods and prairies. A highly attractive nectar source frequently visited by butterflies. A good choice for mid-season blooms. Growing Conditions: Dry to well drained soil in full sun to part shade. Bloom Time: Jun - Aug Bloom Color: Purple Benefit to pollinators/wildlife: Attracts a wide variety of pollinators including birds, butterflies, and bees. Native Status: Widely distributed across US Location in habitat: Pollinator Demonstration Garden |