Vibrant purple coneflower cluster with pink petals, orange centers, green foliage

Purple Coneflower

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$44.99
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Purple Coneflower

$44.99 Unit price $1.80 each
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Ship Date: 10-12 Days

Quick Facts

Exposure: Sun or Shade

Height at Maturity: Over 12 Inches

Usage: Flower Gardens

Shipped As: Bare-root

Planting Zones: 3-9

Product Details

Buy Purple Coneflower Plants Online Wholesale

Brighten your landscape with the Purple Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea), a hardy native perennial beloved for its striking purple blooms, resilience, and ecological value. This plant attracts pollinators, tolerates tough conditions, and flowers all summer long, making it a must-have for gardens of any size.

Why Grow Purple Coneflower?

  • Pollinator Magnet: Bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds flock to its vibrant blooms.
  • Bird-Friendly: Seed heads provide food for goldfinches and other songbirds in fall.
  • Low Maintenance: Drought-tolerant, deer- and rabbit-resistant once established.
  • Extended Bloom Time: Flowers from mid-summer through early fall, often reblooming with deadheading.
  • Versatile Use: Excellent in pollinator gardens, native landscapes, cottage borders, and as long-lasting cut flowers.

Plant Specs & Growth Information

FeatureDetails

Height/Spread 2-4 ft tall, ~2 ft wide

Bloom Color Violet-purple petals with bronze-orange center

Sunlight Full sun (6+ hrs) to part shade

Soil Needs Well-drained soil; tolerates clay, loam, and gravel

Hardiness Zones USDA Zones 3-9

Plant Spacing 12-18 inches apart for airflow and healthy growth

Planting & Care Tips

  • This plant thrives in well-drained soil with plenty of sunlight.
  • Water regularly until established; once mature, water only during prolonged drought.
  • Deadhead faded blooms to encourage reblooming.
  • Leave seed heads in fall for birds and winter beauty.
  • Divide clumps every 3-4 years to make new plants.

Landscape & Garden Uses

  • Pollinator & butterfly gardens
  • Native wildflower meadows
  • Cottage and border plantings
  • Cut-flower gardens
  • Mass plantings for seasonal color

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When do purple coneflowers bloom?

They bloom from mid-summer into early fall, with some varieties reblooming if deadheaded.

Are purple coneflowers easy to grow?

Yes! They are hardy, drought-tolerant, and adapt well to a wide range of soils.

Will purple coneflowers come back every year?

Yes. As a perennial, Echinacea purpurea returns reliably each season, often with more blooms.

Do purple coneflowers attract wildlife?

Absolutely - butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds love the flowers, and birds such as goldfinches enjoy the seed heads in autumn.

How tall do purple coneflowers get?

Mature plants typically reach 2-4 feet tall with a spread of about 2 feet.

What You'll Receive

When you order from Tennessee Wholesale Nursery, you'll receive strong, healthy bare-root purple coneflower plants, freshly dug and ready to plant in your garden.

Add Purple Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea) to your garden today and enjoy season after season of color, pollinator activity, and natural beauty.

Purple Coneflower bundle with dried brownish roots and green stems

 

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Margie
Healthy looking roots ready to plant

Everything looked great and healthy. They're potted up and ready to grow

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Lindsey Brookhaven
Vibrant Pollinator Magnet

Purple Coneflower thrived in my garden, producing tall stems with rich purple blooms that attracted butterflies and bees while adding bold color to the landscape

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Ethan Gray
Exactly What My Garden Needed

I needed something bold and easy to maintain, and these coneflowers were the perfect choice. They bloom nonstop and look fantastic from spring to fall. Wonderful plants, wonderful nursery.

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Jeremy Peterson
A Pollinator Magnet—Love It

My garden has never been busier. Bees, butterflies, even hummingbirds visit regularly. These coneflowers truly bring life to the yard.

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Harold Ward
Five Stars for Health and Hardiness

The roots were plump and very much alive. They took off within days of planting and have continued to grow sturdy stems and lush foliage. Quality is excellent.

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Walter Howard
Beautiful Native Plant for Any Landscape

I love supporting native plants, and these purple coneflowers are fantastic. They settled in quickly and now look like they belong in the natural landscape around my home.

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Kyle Cox
Survived a Tough Season!

We had a strange spring—hot one week, cold the next—but my coneflowers stayed strong. The vigor of these plants is impressive. I’ll definitely order again.

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Zachary Richardson
Perfect for Beginner Gardeners

I’m pretty new to gardening, but these were incredibly easy. Just plant, water, and let them do their thing. They’re hardy and forgiving—great for anyone starting out.

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Nathan Cooper
Brightens My Front Yard

I planted these along my front walkway, and now my yard looks cheerful and welcoming. They bloom heavily and look amazing paired with ornamental grasses.

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Peter Rivera
Fantastic Value for Money

For the price, the quality is unbeatable. I ordered several roots, and every single one grew. They’re already multiplying and filling out my garden beds beautifully.

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Douglas Bailey
Fast Growth and Zero Issues

These sprouted faster than I expected. Strong stems, healthy leaves, and no transplant shock at all. You can tell these plants were well cared for.

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Henry Murphy
Customer Service Was So Helpful

I had questions about spacing and sunlight, and customer service responded quickly with friendly, accurate advice. My coneflowers are thriving thanks to their guidance.

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Jose Bell
Color That Lights Up the Garden

The purple shade is so vivid—almost glowing! These flowers stand out even from a distance. A wonderful addition to my summer landscape.

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Aaron Morgan
Outstanding Root Quality

I’ve planted coneflowers from other nurseries, but these roots were by far the thickest and strongest. They established themselves easily and are already producing buds. Highly recommended.

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Tyler Cook
Great for Butterflies and Bees!

If you love watching wildlife visit your garden, get these! I planted them last season, and this year my yard is full of butterflies. Beautiful flowers and great ecological value.

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Jerry Reed
Perfectly Packed, Perfectly Health

I was impressed by the care taken in packaging. The bare roots stayed moist and protected throughout shipping. They looked incredibly healthy on arrival, and all of them sprouted quickly.

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Dennis Rogers
Blooming Better Than Expected!

My purple coneflowers arrived fresh and full of life. Within just a couple of weeks, I saw new growth. The color is vibrant and adds a gorgeous pop to my pollinator garden. Very happy with this purchase!