Eastern Purple-coneflower
Echinacea purpurea
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
medium
Size
24"–48" H × 18"–24" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug
Native to
AL, AR, CO, FL and 20 more states
Pollinators
bees, butterflies, beetles
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Eastern purple-coneflower is a beloved native perennial with distinctive pink-purple daisy-like flowers and prominent orange-brown centers. The sturdy stems reach 2-4 feet tall and produce abundant blooms from June through August, followed by attractive seed heads that persist into winter.
In an HOA neighborhood
Eastern Purple-coneflower is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.
- Can look sparse in late winter before new growth emerges
Wildlife value
Host plant for Silvery Checkerspot.
This plant is excellent for pollinators, attracting bees, butterflies, and beetles to its nectar-rich flowers. The seed heads provide food for goldfinches and other birds throughout fall and winter.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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