Echinacea 'Cheyenne Spirit' | Cheyenne Spirit Coneflower
DESCRIPTION
Echinacea 'Cheyenne Spirit' showcases a variety of warm-toned blossoms in shades of cream, gold, orange, yellow, red, purple, and/or white, bringing a bold spectrum of color from mid-summer through early fall. Each daisy-like flower features a spiky central cone surrounded by petals that radiate with varying hues, creating a dynamic display that enlivens garden beds and attracts pollinators. Its long-lasting blooms hold up well through the season, adding both color and texture to borders and cut flower arrangements.
Developed from native coneflower species, 'Cheyenne Spirit' was bred to offer a wider color range and increased vigor, making it an appealing choice for gardeners seeking hardy, colorful perennials. Its resilience and impressive color palette provide a lively addition to naturalized areas, butterfly gardens, and mixed perennial beds, contributing to a vibrant landscape throughout the bloom season.
DESCRIPTION
Echinacea 'Cheyenne Spirit' showcases a variety of warm-toned blossoms in shades of cream, gold, orange, yellow, red, purple, and/or white, bringing a bold spectrum of color from mid-summer through early fall. Each daisy-like flower features a spiky central cone surrounded by petals that radiate with varying hues, creating a dynamic display that enlivens garden beds and attracts pollinators. Its long-lasting blooms hold up well through the season, adding both color and texture to borders and cut flower arrangements.
Developed from native coneflower species, 'Cheyenne Spirit' was bred to offer a wider color range and increased vigor, making it an appealing choice for gardeners seeking hardy, colorful perennials. Its resilience and impressive color palette provide a lively addition to naturalized areas, butterfly gardens, and mixed perennial beds, contributing to a vibrant landscape throughout the bloom season.
DESCRIPTION
Echinacea 'Cheyenne Spirit' showcases a variety of warm-toned blossoms in shades of cream, gold, orange, yellow, red, purple, and/or white, bringing a bold spectrum of color from mid-summer through early fall. Each daisy-like flower features a spiky central cone surrounded by petals that radiate with varying hues, creating a dynamic display that enlivens garden beds and attracts pollinators. Its long-lasting blooms hold up well through the season, adding both color and texture to borders and cut flower arrangements.
Developed from native coneflower species, 'Cheyenne Spirit' was bred to offer a wider color range and increased vigor, making it an appealing choice for gardeners seeking hardy, colorful perennials. Its resilience and impressive color palette provide a lively addition to naturalized areas, butterfly gardens, and mixed perennial beds, contributing to a vibrant landscape throughout the bloom season.
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Family: Asteraceae
Height: 2-3 feet tall
Width: 1-2 feet wide
Foliage color: Dark green, lance-shaped leaves
Flower color: Mix of white, yellow, orange, red, pink, purple, and/or cream
Bloom time: Midsummer to early fall
Light requirements: Full sun
Water requirements: Low to moderate
Maintenance: Low; deadhead to extend bloom
Growing zone: USDA Zones 4-9
Wildlife attractors: Attracts bees, butterflies, and birds (especially goldfinches, which feed on the seeds)This plant can be seen in the perennial border at the Bellevue Botanical Garden.
