An award-winning seed strain producing a warm mix of red, orange, gold, cream and rose flowers on compact plants. Drought-hardy and a magnet for pollinators.
At a glance
- Plant type: Perennial
- Mature size: 60 cm H × 40 cm W
- Aspect: full sun and part shade or morning sun
- Water: happy on low water
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Cheyenne Spirit Coneflower
Echinacea 'Cheyenne Spirit' is a moderate-growing perennial in the Asteraceae family. It reaches around 60 cm tall and 40 cm wide at maturity, with deciduous foliage. Red, orange, yellow and pink flowers appear for much of the year.
Where to grow Cheyenne Spirit Coneflower
Cheyenne Spirit Coneflower suits cool-temperate, warm-temperate and Mediterranean climates and grows best in full sun and part shade or morning sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters. It also is a genuinely water-wise choice and is an award-winning selection.
Soil & planting
Cheyenne Spirit Coneflower does best in free-draining soil. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool.
Watering & feeding
Cheyenne Spirit Coneflower is happy on low water, so once its roots are down it needs little supplementary water. A feed in spring with a balanced fertiliser keeps growth strong. In its first year, water deeply once or twice a week to settle the roots in, then taper off as it establishes.
Pruning & care
Prune Cheyenne Spirit Coneflower after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Overall it is low maintenance.
Using Cheyenne Spirit Coneflower in the garden
Cheyenne Spirit Coneflower earns its place for feeding bees and pollinators, attracting butterflies, cut flowers for the vase and a feature or specimen planting.
Companion planting & design
For a cohesive, low-care bed, pair Cheyenne Spirit Coneflower with other plants that enjoy the same happy on low water and cool-temperate climate. Group three or five together for impact rather than dotting single plants through the garden.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
Buying Cheyenne Spirit Coneflower
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Prefer to grow it yourself? See the Cheyenne Spirit Coneflower seed sowing guide for depth, timing and germination.