Denver Daisy Coneflower
Best low-maintenance perennial for deer-prone, sun-drenched garden borders.
The Denver Daisy Coneflower is an herbaceous perennial that brings masses of large, semi-double golden yellow daisies, each featuring a dark brown eye and a burgundy ring. This variety is outstanding as a cut flower and encourages re-blooming when deadheaded. It exhibits an upright spreading habit, reaching about 15 inches tall (20 inches with flowers) and spreading to 18 inches wide. It is drought tolerant once established, making it ideal for low-water gardens. This plant thrives in full sun and is deer resistant, blending well into borders or containers.
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Price vs Category Average
-75%
Below average
Mature Height
1520
/ inches ( inches with flowers)
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking high-impact, long-season floral color
- Eco-conscious homeowners supporting local pollinator populations
- Busy gardeners wanting low-maintenance, water-wise landscapes
Who should skip it
- Low-effort gardeners avoiding routine maintenance tasks
- Risk-averse growers worried about common plant diseases
- Gardeners working with heavy, clay-based soil conditions
Performance breakdown
Drought Tolerance
Thrives with minimal irrigation once established in the landscape.
Pollinator Appeal
Bright blooms act as a reliable magnet for local butterflies.
Deer Resistance
Reliably avoids being a snack for wandering neighborhood wildlife.
Bloom Longevity
Consistent color production from mid-summer through late fall.
Urban Adaptability
Resilient enough to handle city pollution and challenging environments.
Maintenance Ease
Simple deadheading keeps the plant tidy and encourages repeat blooms.
Key Specs
Mature Height
15 inches (20 inches with flowers)
Mature Width
18 inches
Light Needs
Full Sun
Bloom Time
Mid Summer to Late Fall
Growth Rate
Fast
Hardiness Zone
4b
Foliage Color
Green
Water Needs
Dry to Moist (Waterwise)
Features
- Produces semi-double golden yellow daisy flowers with dark brown eyes and burgundy rings.
- Excellent for use as a cut flower; deadheading promotes re-blooming.
- Drought tolerant once established, suitable for xeriscaping.
- Deer resistant, making it a good choice for yards where deer are present.
- Adaptable to urban pollution and thrives in city environments.
- Suitable for mass planting, border edging, and container planting (ideal as a 'thriller').
- Attracts butterflies to the landscape.
What customers say
Consumers consistently praise the Denver Daisy Coneflower for its exceptional quality and reliable performance in the garden. Shoppers frequently highlight the robust health of the plants upon purchase, ensuring a strong start. The primary appeal lies in its impressive hardiness and the extended, vibrant bloom cycle that reliably attracts pollinators throughout the summer. This combination of durability and visual impact establishes the coneflower as a high value perennial investment for any landscape.
Know before you buy
To promote continuous re-blooming from mid-summer through late fall, simply deadhead the spent flowers. Removing the faded blooms prevents the plant from setting seed and directs its energy back into producing new flowers.
Yes, the Denver Daisy is considered deer resistant. While no plant is entirely deer-proof, this variety is generally avoided by deer, making it a reliable choice for gardens in areas with high wildlife activity.
Absolutely. Its compact, upright habit makes it an excellent 'thriller' plant for containers. Ensure your pot has good drainage and receives full sun to keep the plant healthy and blooming.
While it requires regular watering to get established after planting, it becomes quite drought-tolerant once its root system is settled. It is a waterwise choice that thrives in dry to moist soil conditions.
Yes, the Denver Daisy is a magnet for butterflies. Its bright, nectar-rich flowers are an excellent addition to any garden intended to support local pollinator populations.
Since the Denver Daisy reaches a mature width of about 18 inches, you should space them approximately 18 inches apart on center. This allows each plant enough room to spread while creating a full, cohesive look in your borders.
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