leaves and stems are coated in micro-textured, coarse, sand-paper-like hairs, and the central cone is stiff and intensely prickly.
Except in cases of extreme starvation, deer and rabbits will systematically bypass your Echinacea patch in search of softer, sweeter foliage.
7. An Endless Array of Modern Color Innovations
While the classic, wild-type soft magenta pink (Echinacea purpurea) remains an absolute timeless masterpiece, modern horticultural breeding breakthroughs have unleashed a stunning explosion of diverse varieties.
Today, you can find cultivars tailored to fit any imaginable landscape color palette. Varieties like ‘Cheyenne
