Evolution Embers Sparks coneflower

Echinacea 'Evolution Embers Sparks'

PerennialAsteraceae

Evolution Embers Sparks coneflower
Deer-resistantDrought tolerantFragrant
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles dry to moist soil
Bloom season
Summer
Soil types
Sand, loam, clay

Garden uses

BorderCottage gardenCut flowerPollinator gardenRock gardenSpecimen

Attracts

ButterfliesBeesBirds

Notes

'Evolution Embers Sparks' coneflower (Echinacea 'Evolution Embers Sparks') is a perennial for borders, cut flowers, pollinator gardens, and cottage gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full or part sun and dry to moist, sandy, loamy, or clay soil. Deer rarely make it their first choice. It blooms from early to late summer and draws butterflies, bees, and birds. The flowers are fragrant, and the plant tolerates drought.

Pairs well with Nodding onion, Sedge, and Pyrethrum.