50 Seeds Echinacea 'Fiery Meadow' Coneflower Perennial Red Orange Blooms Drought Tolerant Pollinator Attractor

Brighten your garden with these seeds for Echinacea, commonly known as coneflower. This charming 'Fiery Meadow' variety produces vivid red-orange blooms that stand out among summer perennials, bringing a warm splash of color to borders, beds, and wildflower areas. Known for their cheerful daisy-like petals and prominent central cones, these hardy plants are a delight for gardeners seeking easy-care beauty and natural appeal.

These perennials are excellent for ornamental planting, cutting gardens, and naturalized settings, where their sturdy stems and long-lasting flowers provide visual interest from midsummer into early fall. The blooms also serve as a valuable nectar source for bees and butterflies, making them a wonderful addition to pollinator-friendly landscapes. When established, they tolerate dry conditions well and return year after year, thriving with minimal fuss in sunny spots.

Species: Echinacea purpurea
Variety: 'Fiery Meadow'
Type: Perennial (herbaceous)
Plant Habit: Upright, clumping
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-draining, moderately fertile; tolerates poor soil
Days to Harvest: Not applicable (or time to bloom: 80-100 days from seed)
Zones: 3-8
Germination: 10-20 days at 65-70°F (18-21°C); cold stratification recommended for better germination
Sowing: Sow seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before last frost, or direct sow in fall or early spring; press lightly into soil, do not cover deeply
Spacing: 18-24 inches apart
Notes: Drought tolerant once established; deadhead spent blooms to encourage more flowers; self-seeds readily