Echinacea purpurea ‘Lakota Orange’ is a compact and spectacular variety of coneflower, appreciated for its large flowers that change shades as they mature, from intense orange to red-orange, with a prominent brown-orange central cone. Its abundant and long-lasting blooming makes this plant a focal point in any garden, from summer to early autumn.
Thanks to its compact habit and excellent branching, it produces numerous flower stems, making it ideal for borders, flower beds, natural gardens, or cultivation in large pots. The flowers are very attractive to bees, butterflies, and other pollinating insects.
🌿 Botanical characteristics:
-
Full name: Echinacea purpurea ‘Lakota Orange’
-
Common name: Orange coneflower
-
Family: Asteraceae
-
Growth type: Herbaceous perennial plant, compact and well-branched
-
Leaves: Lanceolate, green, slightly rough to the touch
-
Flowers: Large, in shades from intense orange to red-orange, with a brown-orange central cone
-
Flowering period: June-September
🌞 Growing conditions:
-
Light: Prefers full sun for abundant flowering but tolerates light partial shade.
-
Soil: Fertile, well-drained, adapting also to poorer soils.
-
Watering: Moderate; after rooting, it tolerates short dry periods well.
-
Minimum temperature tolerance: down to -30°C, excellently adapted to the Romanian climate.
-
Maintenance: Rustic plant with low care requirements. Dividing clumps every few years is recommended to maintain vigor.
✨ What makes it special:
- large flowers in intense orange shades;
- abundant flowering throughout the summer;
- perennial plant resistant to cold and drought;
- attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinating insects;
- ideal for borders, perennial beds, rustic and natural gardens;
- excellent flowers for bouquets and floral arrangements.
⚠️ Note: Flower stems can be cut after flowering to stimulate new blooms and keep the plant compact.
📦 Attention! The plant is delivered with or without flowers, depending on the season and natural growth stage. Flower color may slightly vary during blooming, from intense orange to red-orange, which is a natural characteristic of the cultivar.
Height including pot approx. 25-30 cm
