Plant Type: Herbaceous
Climate Zones: Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7
Light Levels: Full Sun, Part Sun
Water Needs: Moderate
Maintenance Needs: Low
Season of Interest: Fall, Summer
Average Height: 6'+
Soil Type: Drought Tolerant
Soil pH: Neutral
Soil Drainage: Well-Drained
Attract Wildlife: Attracts Bees, Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Pollinators
Tolerances: Drought Tolerant
Native Plants: Northeastern U.S. Native
Colors: Pink, Purple
Other: Nice Fall Foliage, Pollinator Attracting
Echinacea simulata, also known as the Eastern Purple Coneflower, is a native perennial that reaches 2-3 feet in height, boasting striking pink to purple blooms in summer. Ideal for pollinator gardens, it thrives in well-drained soils and adds lovely color to the landscape while attracting beneficial insects.