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Supreme™ Cantaloupe Echinacea Plant

15.99
  • - Coneflower
  • - Height: 36-40 inches
  • - Hardiness Zone: 4-10
  • - Exposure: Full Sun
  • - Bloom Time: July-September
  • - Each Quart contains 1 Supreme™ Cantaloupe Echinacea Plant
Plant Features

Supreme™ Cantaloupe Echinacea (Supreme Cantaloupe Coneflower) is a compact perennial that produces an abundance of large, fragrant, semi-double, fluffy flowers in a standout orange-melon shade that sit atop strong, non-bending stems. This beautiful pom pom coneflower grows well in moist to dry, well drained soils in full to part sun locations. It is perfect for prairie gardens, xeriscape gardens, pollinator gardens, cottage gardens, perennial borders, rock gardens or patio containers. It is gorgeous as a cut flower. Supreme Cantaloupe coneflowers will re-bloom without deadheading. Bees and butterflies are attracted to its nectar while songbirds enjoy the seed heads once they dry out. Deer tends to avoid these plants.

Our Echinacea Plants are grown with care and without harmful pesticides, making them a safe and beneficial addition to your garden. Guaranteed to arrive healthy and ready to thrive!

Planting Instructions:

  • - Plant in spring or fall for best results
  • - Space plants 18-24 inches apart to allow for proper growth and air circulation

Soil Preparation:

  • - Ideal soil pH: 6.0-7.0
  • - Prefers well-drained soil, tolerates poor or sandy soils

Watering Specifics:

  • - Water regularly until established, allowing soil to dry out between waterings
  • - Once mature, Echinacea is drought-tolerant and requires minimal watering

Fertilizer Type:

  • - Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring if soil fertility is low
  • - Excessive fertilizing can lead to leggy growth; minimal feeding is best

Pruning and Training:

  • - Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms, but leave some seed heads for winter interest and wildlife
  • - Cut back in late fall or early spring to clean up old growth

Additional Pest Management:

  • - Echinacea is generally pest and disease resistant, but occasionally monitor for aphids or leaf miners
  • - Ensure good air circulation to prevent any fungal issues

Blooming Indicators:

  • - Blooms from midsummer to early fall with large, daisy-like flowers in shades of pink, purple, or white

Temperature Tolerance:

  • - Hardy in USDA zones 3-9, tolerates light frost and heat

Companion Plants for Echinacea:

  • - Rudbeckia: Complements Echinacea’s bright blooms with yellow daisy-like flowers
  • - Salvia: Adds vertical spikes of blue or purple that pair well with Echinacea’s bold colors
  • - Penstemon: Provides a contrasting texture with its tubular blooms
  • - Lavender: Offers a fragrant, drought-tolerant partner that blends beautifully with Echinacea
  • - Achillea: Pairs well with Echinacea’s bright flowers while attracting pollinators
Attribute name Attribute value
Plant Needs
Sunlight 6+ hours
Soil Moisture Moist
Soil Properties Well-drained
Attribute name Attribute value
Plant Characteristics
Height Category Tall
Mature Spread 36-40 inches
Habit Upright
Flower Color Orange
Foliage Color Green
Attracts Bees, Butterflies, Wild Birds
Features Cut Flower, Drought tolerant, Heat tolerant
Garden Styles Butterfly Garden, Container Garden, Cottage Garden, Pollinator Garden, Prairie Garden
Plant Used for Aesthetic Appeal, Borders and Edging, Filler, Focal Point, Healing and Medicinal, Winter Interest
Critter Resistance Deer, Rabbit
Pet Friendly Yes
Plant Type Hybrid
Tolerates Sandy soil

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perfect

It seems to be growing. Can't wait till spring.

From Connie | September 23, 2024


Can't wait to see

This arrived healthy but trimmed. Planted per instructions. Seems to be ok so far. Hoping it'll show growth next year.

From Vicki | August 24, 2024


Supreme Cantaloupe Coneflower

Growing like crazy, very pretty color.

From Becky | June 21, 2023


Never Disappoint!

The flowers were large in size and arrived in perfect condition. I am never disappointed in the flowers I receive from GrowJoy!

From Janice | July 06, 2022


Cantaloupe Echinacea Plant

Received a nice sized, healthy Echinacea plant. Very pleased! I had my eye on this one for some time and finally ordered one. Thank you, Grow Joy!

From Angela | May 15, 2021


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