Kim's Knee High Coneflower
Best vibrant blooms for attracting pollinators and easy garden success.
Kim's Knee High Coneflower is a dwarf cultivar of the North American native Echinacea purpurea, celebrated for its shorter stature and extended summer bloom. This perennial plant typically reaches 15 to 24 inches in height, with a similar spread, forming an upright clump of dark green foliage. Its daisy-like flowers feature rose-pink to purple-pink petals surrounding prominent, coppery-orange central cones. Ideal for mass plantings, borders, and containers, it thrives in full sun to light shade and prefers moist but well-drained soil. This coneflower is known for its tolerance to drought, deer, heat, and humidity, making it a low-maintenance addition to any garden.
$39.97
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
2023
/ 2996
#2023 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
+45%
Above average
USDA Plant Hardiness Zones
38
/ a-b
Who it's for
- Gardeners with limited space or those designing tidy, layered beds
- Eco-conscious gardeners wanting to support local wildlife and enjoy extended color
- Busy individuals seeking beautiful, hassle-free plants for their landscape
Who should skip it
- Homeowners with predominantly shady yards or those seeking shade-tolerant perennials
- Gardeners in very humid climates or those who prefer disease-resistant varieties
- Designers aiming for significant vertical impact or those preferring towering blooms
Key Specs
USDA Plant Hardiness Zones
3a-8b
Plant Type
Perennial, North American Native
Foliage Type
Deciduous
Sunlight
Full Sun (min 6 hours), AM Sun w/ PM Shade, AM Shade w/ PM Sun
Plant Height
1' to 2'
Plant Width
1' to 2'
Flower Color
Purple Shades, Pink Shades
Bloom Season
Late Spring, Early Summer, Summer, Late Summer
Features
- Dwarf version of native coneflower
- Long summer bloom
- Drought, deer, heat, and humidity tolerant
- Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds
- Provides winter interest and birdseed
- Low maintenance
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the vibrant blooms and robust growth of these coneflowers. Many highlight their exceptional quality upon arrival and their impressive ability to thrive, even for novice gardeners. The plants are frequently described as reliable performers, establishing quickly and producing beautiful, long lasting flowers that attract pollinators. This consistent success contributes significantly to high satisfaction, making them a favored choice for adding color and life to garden spaces with minimal effort.
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