Echinacea purpurea 'Elton Knight' PP18133

Also Known As

Elton Knight Purple Coneflower

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 2'-3'
W: 1'-2'

planting zones

5a-8b

Echinacea purpurea 'Elton Knight' PP18133 plant details

Echinacea purpurea 'Elton Knight' PP18133 is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer magenta flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, alkaline, average, clay, lean, rich, rocky and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Echinacea purpurea 'Elton Knight' PP18133

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: magenta blooms in summer
Uses: cutting garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Echinacea purpurea 'Elton Knight' PP18133

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional

Soil needs: acidic, alkaline, average, clay, lean, rich, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Sturdy 2-3' branched stems produce multiple bright non-fading, non-drooping, rose-magenta, 5-6" flowers per stem mid-summer into fall; a magnet for butterflies ; so beautiful in border or vase. S/M PP18133

By: Forestfarm

Gardening facts about Echinacea purpurea 'Elton Knight' PP18133 plant

How to Grow Echinacea purpurea 'Elton Knight' PP18133

Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- clay
- acidic
- alkaline
- adaptable
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- rich
- rocky