Echinacea ‘Hot Papaya’

CONE-FECTIONS Coneflower

USDA Zone: 4-9

Plant number: 1.650.070

A double-flowered Coneflower, this selection features drooping ray petals of spicy orange, surrounding a pompom centre of red-orange that develops papaya tones as the flowers age. Plant habit is well-branched, strong and bushy. Ideal for sunny borders and growing in mixed containers. Attractive to butterflies. Excellent for cutting. Coneflowers begin blooming in midsummer and continue for months if faded flowers are regularly removed. Part of the CONE-FECTIONS™ series bred by Arie Blom of the Netherlands and introduced by AB Cultivars/Plants Nouveau. USPP#21022: unlicensed propagation prohibited. Registered with COPF.

Further details for
Echinacea ‘Hot Papaya’

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
Full Sun

Soil Type
  Normal or
  Sandy or
  Clay

Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid

Soil Moisture
  Average or
  Dry or
  Moist

Care Level
Easy

Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
Orange

Blooming Time
  Mid Summer
  Late Summer
  Early Fall

Foliage Color
Deep Green

Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Attracts Butterflies
  Attracts Hummingbirds
  Border
  Containers
  Cut Flower
  Deer Resistant
  Dried Flower
  Drought Tolerant
  Massed
  Specimen

Flower Head Size
Large

Height
75-90 cm
29-35 inches

Spread
45-60 cm
18-23 inches

Foot Traffic
None

Growth Rate
Medium

Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.