Hot Papaya Coneflower
Perennial

Hot Papaya Coneflower

Echinacea 'Hot Papaya'

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Fiery double blooms like tiny orange dahlias on a coneflower. A showstopper that earns every bit of the hype.

Bloom Season
Jul - Sep
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Sun Requirements
○ Full Sun6+ hours direct
Water Needs
Low
Drought tolerant
Size & Zones
24-30" tall
USDA Zones 4-9
Bloom Colors
Orange
Red
Traits
✿ Pollinator Friendly△ Deer Resistant✂ Cut Flower
Soil
SandyLoamPoor Soil
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Deep rose-purple petals and a bronzy cone on a compact reblooming plant that won't sprawl.
Vintage Wine Coneflower
Vintage Wine
Wine-purple petals that age to rose on a robust, well-branched plant.
Pairs Well With
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