Sombrero Poco Hot Coral Echinacea
Brighten your garden with the Sombrero Poco™ Hot Coral Echinacea, a robust and compact coneflower offering abundant, non-fading coral blooms. Its manageable size makes it ideal for borders, containers, or smaller garden spaces. This perennial not only adds vibrant color but also supports local ecosystems by attracting bees and butterflies. Its seed heads provide winter interest and food for birds. Celebrated as a top performer in trial gardens, this easy-to-grow variety ensures reliable summer color and ecological benefits.
$17.71
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
2059
/ 3083
#2059 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
-36%
Below average
Botanical Name
23097
/ Echinacea x hybrida PP
Who it's for
- Striking Hot Coral Color
- Compact and Versatile Growth Habit
- High Pollinator Attraction and Durability
Who should skip it
- Higher Initial Cost
- Requires Consistent Deadheading
- Susceptible to Fungal Issues
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Echinacea x hybrida PP23097
SKU
AM014045
Mature Height
14-16 inches tall
Mature Spread
14-16 inches wide
Bloom Time
Early to late summer
Hardiness Zones
Zone 4 through Zone 9
Light Requirements
Full Sun
Soil Moisture
Dry to Average
Features
- Compact size for small spaces
- Vibrant, non-fading coral blooms
- Attracts bees and butterflies
- Deer resistant
- Provides winter interest
- Excellent as cut flowers
- Top trial garden performer
- Easy to grow and maintain
What customers say
Customers highly value the Sombrero Poco Echinacea for its vibrant Hot Coral color and compact, sturdy habit, which avoids legginess common in other coneflowers. Reviewers consistently praise the excellent quality of plants received, noting robust roots and careful packaging. A key benefit is the plant's strong ability to attract pollinators, adding ecological value. While some initial establishment challenges were noted, such as slow first year growth, the overwhelming consensus focuses on the plant's eventual hardiness and exceptional aesthetic contribution. Once established, this variety performs reliably, making it a highly recommended premium coneflower choice.
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