Echinacea White Swan

Echinacea purpurea (White Coneflower)

Hardy in zones 3-8, this perennial has white flowers on long stems. 

Also attracts bees and butterflies, is drought tolerant, and overall low maintenance perennial. Deadhead spent flowers to facilitate reblooming in the fall

Water: Average

Wide: 18-24 inches

Height: 24-36 inches

Full Sun to Part Shade

Harvest: For fresh flowers, harvest when petals are expanding. For harvest of fresh cones, the center should be raised and golden-colored. For dried flowers, after removing petals, hang to dry. For dried cones, remove petals before hanging.

Photo Credit: Botanical Interests