Echinacea purpurea 'Mellow Yellows'

Also Known As

Coneflower

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 30"
W: 24"

planting zones

4a-8b

Echinacea purpurea 'Mellow Yellows' plant details

Echinacea purpurea 'Mellow Yellows' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Echinacea purpurea 'Mellow Yellows'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 24 IN wide, 30 IN tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
Uses: cottage garden, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, long-blooming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Echinacea purpurea 'Mellow Yellows'

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Echinacea purpurea 'Mellow Yellows' displays large flowers with light yellow and gold petals surrounding an orange center cone, displayed on sturdy, upright stems. A compact, clumping perennial. Coneflowers attract songbirds and butterflies. Easy to grow in any well-drained soil. Echinacea requires little water once established. Plant in mixed borders, cutting gardens and mass plantings. Deadhead regularly for continuous blooms, but leave last coneflower heads for birds.