Echinacea 'Fatal Attraction' Coneflower

Echinacea 'Fatal Attraction' is a striking native wildflower that forms a bushy, upright clump 18 to 24 inches tall, blooming prolifically all summer long. The vibrant, upward-facing daisylike flowers feature magenta petals elegantly framing a bronzy orange cone, all held on dramatic, nearly black stems. Sweetly fragrant, these blooms attract pollinators like butterflies and hummingbirds to your garden, while the seed heads provide a treat for songbirds in the fall. Perfect for cut-flower arrangements, they add lasting beauty to any bouquet.

A hardy Echinacea purpurea cultivar, commonly called purple coneflower, 'Fatal Attraction' is an herbaceous perennial ideal for Zones 3-8. This quintessential cottage garden plant is perfect for grouping in beds, borders, and containers. It's a standout choice for wildflower, pollinator, and native plant gardens and pairs beautifully with black-eyed susans, Russian sage, salvia, and catmint.

Sturdy and easy to grow, 'Fatal Attraction' thrives in sunny to lightly shady spots with dry to medium, well-drained soil. It tolerates poor soil, drought, heat, and humidity with ease. Deer resistant and low maintenance, it self-seeds freely if spent blooms are left in place, ensuring its beauty endures for years to come.

Plant 'Fatal Attraction' echinacea roots in spring, spacing them 12 to 18 inches apart and planting 1½ to 2 inches deep.

As a native plant indigenous to central and southeastern United States, purple coneflower is both environmentally friendly and a stunning garden addition. Adapted to the local climate and soil, it thrives without fertilizers or extra watering, once established. By planting native species, you'll promote biodiversity, support pollinators, and create a vibrant, wildlife-friendly garden.