Fiery Red Cone Flowers for Bold Summer Displays
Cone Flower Echinacea Sombrero Salsa Red features fiery red daisy-like flowers with prominent bronze cones that create a bold display from early summer through fall. This compact Sombrero series variety offers continuous blooms, attracts pollinators, and provides excellent drought tolerance, making it perfect for borders, containers, and pollinator gardens.
Key Features
Fiery Red Blooms: Bold red flowers with bronze cones bloom from early summer to fall
Compact Habit: Well-branched plants grow 18-24" tall
Pollinator Magnet: Attracts butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds
Drought Tolerant: Thrives with minimal water once established
Deer Resistant: Naturally resistant to deer and rabbits
Excellent Cut Flower: Long-lasting blooms for fresh arrangements
Growing Specifications
Light: Full sun (6+ hours direct sunlight)
Mature Size: 18-24" tall x 18-24" wide
Hardiness: Zones 4-9
Type: Herbaceous perennial
Bloom Time: Early summer to fall
Spacing: Plant 18-24" apart
Soil: Well-drained, average to dry soil; tolerates clay and rocky soils
Water: Moderate; drought tolerant once established
Care & Growing Conditions
Plant in full sun in well-drained soil. Water regularly during the first growing season to establish roots. Once established, water during extended dry periods. Fertilize in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming, or leave seed heads in fall for winter interest and to feed birds. Cut back to ground level in late fall or early spring. Divide every 3-4 years in spring or fall to maintain vigor.
Pricing & Availability
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