Echinacea purpurea 'Prairie Frost'
Also Known As
- Echinacea 'Prairie Frost'
- Prairie Frost Coneflower
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 36"
- W: 24"
planting zones
- 4a-9b
Echinacea purpurea 'Prairie Frost' plant details
Echinacea purpurea 'Prairie Frost' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green, variegated and white foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees, birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, gritty, rich, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Echinacea purpurea 'Prairie Frost'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: asteraceae
- Foliage: deciduous green, variegated and white
- Mature size: 24 IN wide, 36 IN tall
- Flowers: purple blooms in summer
- Uses: border plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, showy
GROWING CONDITIONS for Echinacea purpurea 'Prairie Frost'
- USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: deer, heat and humidity
- Soil needs: average, gritty, rich, rocky and well-drained
Gardening facts about Echinacea purpurea 'Prairie Frost' plant
How to Grow Echinacea purpurea 'Prairie Frost'
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- variegated
- white
- green
Flower Color
- purple
Wildlife
- birds
- bees
- butterflies
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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