Echinacea paradoxa

Coneflower, Yellow Purple

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24-36"

July-September

Yellow

The species name infers a paradox, and that puzzle is found in this plant's common name:  Yellow Purple Coneflower.  This plant is not readily available on the East coast.  Limited availability.

Echinacea purpurea 'Doubledecker'

Coneflower, Double Purple

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30-36"

July-September

Purple

The flower of this plant looks like a porcupine sandwhich. Two distinct levels of petals occur, hence the name 'Doubledecker.' The growth habit of this plant is similar to regular Purple Coneflowers.

Echinacea purpurea 'Magnus'

Coneflower, Magnus Purple

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36"

July-September

Rose/Pink

The 1998 Perennial Plant of the Year, this Coneflower has large flowers and a compact growth habit.  The flower is beautiful in  arrangements and holds its color well.

Echinacea purpurea 'Ruby Star'

Coneflower, Ruby Star Purple

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24-36"

July-September

Rose/Pink

This Purple Coneflower produces flowers with petals that are more horizontal, making the flowers appear larger than the species.  It makes an exceptional cut flower, both with and without its petals.

Echinacea x 'Big Sky Sunrise'

Coneflower, Big Sky Sunrise

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32-36"

July-August

Pale Yellow

This plant is a chip off the Echinacea paradoxa block. Plant in full sun for best results. Makes a great cut flower.

Echinacea x 'Big Sky Twilight'

Coneflower, Big Sky Twilight

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36'

July-August

Red

One of the results of extensive Coneflower breeding, this red Coneflower is sure to titillate and please. Be sure to plant it in full sun for best performance.

Eupatorium dubium 'Little Joe'

Joe Pye Weed, Little

S-PS

36-48"

July-September

Pink

This cultivar resembles Gateway Joe Pye Weed with one major difference:  it's two to three feet shorter.  Now it's possible to put a Joe Pye Weed in your landscape that's not huge.

Eupatorium maculatum 'Gateway'

Joe Pye Weed, Gateway

S-PS

48-60"

July-September

Pink

It's hard to believe a five foot perennial could be called a dwarf, but this Joe Pye Weed falls into that category.  The species reaches seven feet in height, and is rather intimidating in the garden.  Check out Little Joe if you want a smaller dwarf.

Eupatorium purpureum

Joe-Pye Weed

S-PS

72-84"

August-September

Rose/Pink

This PA native plant is great in the back of a border or in a butterfly garden.  It gets large, so plant accordingly.

Eupatorium rugosum 'Chocolate'

Joe-Pye Weed, Chocolate

S-PS

48-60"

August-September

White

The ruffled purple foliage of this plant is great for contrasting color in the back of a perennial border. Its flowers are white and attract butterflies.

Euphorbia dulcis 'Chameleon'

Spurge, Chameleon

S-PS

18-24"

May-June

Light Green

This dark-leaved beauty is certain to add a spark of interest to the garden.  Its foliage is a deep maroon/purple and holds a compact form.  It works well as a strong contrast or background plant.

Filipendula purpurea 'Elegans'

Meadowsweet, Elegans

S-PS

48"

June-July

Pink

Interesting foliage and flowers, this plant is very underplanted. Establishes very well in wet locations.

Fragaria x 'Pink Panda'

Strawberry, Pink Panda Ornamental

S-PS

5"

May-November

Rose/Pink

This plant, from the 'Blooms of Bressingham' collection, is an outstanding ornamental groundcover.  It produces attractive small pink flowers all season, and quickly covers areas in the garden.