Panama Red Echinacea Plant Plug (Echinacea purpurea) – Deep red-purple coneflowers with a long bloom time. Great for pollinators and medicinal uses.
Size: 1-4" tall rooted plug (Depending on Species)
The Panama Red Echinacea (Echinacea purpurea) is a vibrant, deep red-purple coneflower with a long bloom season, making it an eye-catching and beneficial addition to any pollinator-friendly or medicinal garden. Known for its resilience, drought tolerance, and immune-boosting properties, this hardy perennial attracts butterflies, bees, and songbirds, while also offering traditional herbal uses.
Why Grow Panama Red Echinacea?
🌸 Striking Red-Purple Blooms – Unique deep-hued coneflowers add bold color from summer to fall.
🦋 Pollinator & Wildlife Magnet – Loved by butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds, supporting biodiversity.
🌱 Low-Maintenance & Drought-Tolerant – Thrives with minimal care in poor soils and hot conditions.
🌿 Medicinal & Herbal Benefits – Traditionally used to support immune health and reduce inflammation.
🐦 Attracts Birds in Winter – Seed heads provide food for finches and other birds in colder months.
🛡️ Resists Deer & Rabbits – Foliage is unappealing to common garden grazers.
Planting & Growing Information
- Botanical Name: Echinacea purpurea
- Common Name: Panama Red Echinacea, Coneflower
- Plant Type: Perennial
- Flower Color: Deep red-purple
- Foliage Color: Green
- Growth Habit: Upright, clumping
- Mature Size: 24-36 inches tall, 18-24 inches wide
- Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade (6+ hours of sunlight preferred)
- Soil Preference: Well-draining, sandy or loamy soil
- Watering Needs: Low; drought-tolerant once established
- Bloom Time: Summer through fall
- Maintenance: Minimal; deadheading encourages more blooms
How to Grow Panama Red Echinacea
- Choose a Sunny Spot – Prefers full sun for best blooming but can tolerate light shade.
- Plant in Well-Draining Soil – Echinacea thrives in moderate to dry soil and doesn’t like soggy roots.
- Water Sparingly – Once established, it needs minimal watering, making it ideal for drought-prone areas.
- Deadhead for More Blooms – Removing spent flowers encourages extended blooming throughout the season.
- Leave Seed Heads for Wildlife – In fall and winter, let seed heads remain for birds to feed on.
Best Uses for Panama Red Echinacea
🌸 Pollinator Gardens – A favorite nectar source for butterflies and bees.
🌿 Medicinal Herb Gardens – Traditionally used for immune-boosting herbal remedies.
🌾 Drought-Tolerant Landscapes – Perfect for low-water, xeriscape gardens.
🏡 Perennial Borders & Cottage Gardens – Adds height and color to mixed beds.
🐦 Winter Bird Feeding – Provides natural seed food for wildlife.
Add Vibrant Color & Healing Benefits to Your Garden!
With its rich red-purple blooms, pollinator-friendly nature, and traditional medicinal uses, Panama Red Echinacea is a must-have for any perennial, wildlife, or herbal garden. This hardy, easy-to-grow plant will reward you with season-long beauty and a bounty of beneficial blooms.