Description

The Echinacea 'Artisan Red Ombre' is a stunning coneflower variety known for its vibrant red blooms that gradually fade to a softer hue, creating an ombre effect. This perennial is a favorite among gardeners for its long-lasting flowers and ability to attract pollinators.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for borders, cottage gardens, and wildflower meadows. Its striking blooms make it a perfect choice for cut flower arrangements and pollinator gardens.

Plant Details

• Botanical Name: Echinacea 'Artisan Red Ombre'
• Common Name: Artisan Red Ombre' Coneflower
• Size & Growth: 24-36 inches tall, 18-24 inches wide
• Hardiness Zones: 4-9
• Foliage Type: Herbaceous perennial
• Bloom Time: Summer to early fall
• Growth Rate: Moderate
• Light Requirements: Full sun
• Attracts Pollinators: Yes, especially bees and butterflies
• Indoor Friendly: No
• Container Friendly: Yes
• Deer Resistant: Yes
• Pet Warning: Non-toxic to pets
• Fragrant: No
• Cut Flower: Excellent
• Grows Well With: Grasses, Rudbeckia, Salvia

Care Tips

• Planting Instructions: Plant in spring or fall, ensuring the crown is at soil level.
• Soil Moisture: Moderate, well-drained soil
• Soil Type: Tolerates a range of soils, prefers sandy or loamy
• Humidity: Average
• Pruning Instructions: Deadhead to encourage more blooms; cut back in late fall
• Winter Care: Mulch in colder zones to protect roots
• Planting Depth: Crown at soil level
• Fertilization: Light application in spring
• Special Care: Divide clumps every 3-4 years to maintain vigor