Echinacea purpurea 'Merlot'

purple coneflower

Family	Compositae
Plant Type
Zone	USDA: 4a - 9b RHS: H - FH EGF: H1 - H5 Australia: 1 - 3
Care Level	low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height	75 - 85 cm (2.5 - 3 ft)
Spread	45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Light	full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture	low to moist, well-drained
Soil Type	clay to sandy
Soil pH	acidic to alkaline

Description	Echinacea purpurea 'Merlot' (purple coneflower) bears pink blooms during mid summer to early fall. This plant has dark green foliage. The stems are dark red. Find a prominent place in your garden for the stunning Echinacea purpurea 'Merlot' (purple coneflower) which has been designated a specimen.
Typical Uses	Accent, border, container, cut flowers, dried flowers, mass planting and specimen.
Special Characteristics	Butterflies are attracted to Echinacea purpurea 'Merlot' . This plant has a natural ability to resist deer, and it is tolerant of drought.