Pale Echinacea
Echinacea pallida
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
12"–36" H × 12"–24" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug
Native to
AL, AR, CT, GA and 18 more states
Pollinators
bees, butterflies, beetles
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Pale echinacea is a drought-tolerant native perennial with delicate pink to white flowers that bloom from June through August. The narrow, drooping petals surround prominent dark centers, creating an elegant wildflower appearance. This sturdy plant forms neat clumps and requires minimal care once established.
In an HOA neighborhood
Pale Echinacea is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.
- May look sparse in winter when dormant
Wildlife value
The flowers attract bees, butterflies, and beetles during summer blooms. Seeds provide food for goldfinches and other birds in 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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