Echinacea pallida - Pale Purple Coneflower

Often mistaken for Echinacea purpureum, Echinacea pallida is a variety of coneflower characterized by its pale purple petals. Stout stems, usually 2-4 ft. tall, bare flower heads having lavender, or rarely white, rays drooping from a large, spiny, cone-shaped center. The ray flowers vary in length and width. Coarse-haired, narrowly lance-shaped leaves are attached to the plant near its base. It prefers well draining soil and can grow aggressively, needing to be divided every 3-4 years.

Echinacea is used to prevent colds, flu, and other respiratory tract infections.  It has also been proven to boost the immune system and treat urinary tract infections.

Height: 2-4 ft

Sun: Sun

Water: Medium

Bloom color: Purple

Bloom time: May, June, July