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Echinacea purpurea 'Green Eyes' PP17172

Also Known As

  • Green Eyes Coneflower

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 30"
  • W: 24"

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Echinacea purpurea 'Green Eyes' PP17172 plant details

Echinacea purpurea 'Green Eyes' PP17172 is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with. In summer magenta flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Echinacea purpurea 'Green Eyes' PP17172

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Mature size: 24 IN wide, 30 IN tall
Flowers: magenta blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Echinacea purpurea 'Green Eyes' PP17172

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Bold and bright, the deep-magenta petals (rays) are held perpendicular to a sturdy 20-30" stem and feature a gorgeous green eye, a bright lime green center which darkens with age to become a lovely golden-orange on this handsome and delightfully fragrant cut flower; a standout for the perennial bed! S/M PP17172
Magenta flowers have beautiful indented green centers that mature to a cone with rich orange. This strong, well-branched plant is a super addition to the border with its long-lasting blooms that also make great cut or dried flowers.

Gardening facts about Echinacea purpurea 'Green Eyes' PP17172 plant

How to Grow Echinacea purpurea 'Green Eyes' PP17172

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - drought tolerant

Features

  • Flower Color

    • magenta
  • Wildlife

    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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