Panama Red Coneflower
Best compact perennial for container gardeners wanting to attract local pollinators.
The Panama™ Red Coneflower from Monrovia is a compact, herbaceous perennial that brings vibrant color to your garden. It features striking deep red flowers with dark centers, blooming prolifically from summer through fall. This short and compact variety is perfect for container gardening and is a magnet for butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees. Its easy-care nature makes it an excellent choice for adding long-lasting beauty and attracting wildlife to your outdoor space.
$16.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
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Category Rank
29
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#29 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
-39%
Below average
Mature Height
14
/ in
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking high-impact, long-lasting floral color
- Conservationists looking to support local pollinator populations
- Busy homeowners wanting low-maintenance, drought-resistant landscaping
Who should skip it
- Gardeners unwilling to manage potential viral plant diseases
- Owners of properties with heavy, water-retaining soil
- Minimalists preferring a hands-off, no-maintenance garden routine
Performance breakdown
Pollinator Attraction
A high-traffic destination for butterflies, hummingbirds, and local bee populations.
Container Suitability
Compact growth habit makes it perfectly suited for small-space patio gardening.
Bloom Longevity
Consistent color production spanning from early summer well into the fall.
Maintenance Ease
Low-fuss perennial that thrives with minimal intervention from the gardener.
Visual Impact
Deep red petals provide a bold, saturated focal point for landscapes.
Pet Safety
Requires careful placement as this variety is not safe for pets.
Key Specs
Mature Height
14 in
Mature Width
14 in
Light Needs
Full sun
Bloom Time
Summer to fall
Care Level
Easy
Watering Frequency
Moderate
Plant Type
Flowering Plant
Growth Habit
Clumping
Features
- Produces vibrant deep red flowers
- Long bloom season from summer to fall
- Compact size ideal for containers
- Attracts butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees
- Easy to care for
- Herbaceous perennial
- Adds color to wildlife gardens
What customers say
Consumers consistently praise the exceptional quality of the Panama Red Coneflower upon delivery. Reviewers frequently note the plants arrive robust and well packaged, establishing quickly in the garden. The primary delight centers on the intense, true red color, which provides reliable, long lasting visual impact throughout the season. While some perceive the initial cost as high, the plant's vigor and dependable performance solidify its strong value proposition, making it a highly recommended perennial choice for adding dramatic color.
Know before you buy
This is a compact variety that reaches a mature height and width of approximately 14 inches. Its small, clumping growth habit makes it an ideal choice for containers or the front of a garden border.
Yes, for the best performance and most vibrant red blooms, you should plant it in a location that receives full sun. Insufficient light may result in fewer flowers and a leggier growth habit.
No, this plant is not considered pet-safe. If you have curious pets that tend to chew on garden plants, you may want to place this coneflower in an area they cannot access.
You will enjoy a long season of color, as the Panama Red produces its deep red flowers consistently from summer through the fall.
While it is a magnet for beneficial pollinators like butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees, it is generally easy to care for and does not require intensive maintenance to keep it healthy.
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