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Purple Emperor Coneflower
Echinacea purpurea 'Purple Emperor'
Coneflower
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Blooms are large and droop lightly - with large coppery center cones. These beauties bloom long into late summer/early fall. Flower stalks can get as tall as 3 feet.
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Plant facts
Good to know
- Attracts pollinators.
- Deer resistant.
- Suitable for Utah Lake secondary water systems.
- Tolerates rock mulch.
Quick answers
How big does Purple Emperor Coneflower get?
About 30-36" tall and 36" wide at maturity.
How much sun does Purple Emperor Coneflower need?
Full Sun (6+ hours).
How much water does Purple Emperor Coneflower need?
Moderate water use.
Will Purple Emperor Coneflower grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 4, so it suits sites in zone 4 or warmer, which covers most of the region. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Is Purple Emperor Coneflower deer resistant?
Yes, deer usually leave it alone.
Where can I buy Purple Emperor Coneflower in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah carries it, but it is not available right now. You can join the waitlist to hear when it's back.
Can landscape contractors buy Purple Emperor Coneflower wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.
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