Echinacea purpurea 'Green Twister' | Green Twister Coneflower
DESCRIPTION
Echinacea purpurea 'Green Twister' produces daisy-like flowers with unique, bi-colored petals that transition from light pink or raspberry near the center to a vibrant lemon-lime color at the edges. The flowers bloom from mid to late summer, brightening gardens with their distinctive coloration, and dark green foliage. The upright stems support the flowers, holding them high above the leaves, allowing the vivid colors to stand out even more.
The plant's central cone is a bold feature, offering a deep orange hue that adds warmth to the overall appearance. 'Green Twister' thrives in full sun and attracts pollinators like butterflies and bees throughout the growing season. As a long-lasting bloom, it also serves well as a cut flower, maintaining its beauty in both fresh and dried arrangements. Its bright, cheerful flowers bring seasonal color and ecological value to any garden or landscape.
DESCRIPTION
Echinacea purpurea 'Green Twister' produces daisy-like flowers with unique, bi-colored petals that transition from light pink or raspberry near the center to a vibrant lemon-lime color at the edges. The flowers bloom from mid to late summer, brightening gardens with their distinctive coloration, and dark green foliage. The upright stems support the flowers, holding them high above the leaves, allowing the vivid colors to stand out even more.
The plant's central cone is a bold feature, offering a deep orange hue that adds warmth to the overall appearance. 'Green Twister' thrives in full sun and attracts pollinators like butterflies and bees throughout the growing season. As a long-lasting bloom, it also serves well as a cut flower, maintaining its beauty in both fresh and dried arrangements. Its bright, cheerful flowers bring seasonal color and ecological value to any garden or landscape.
DESCRIPTION
Echinacea purpurea 'Green Twister' produces daisy-like flowers with unique, bi-colored petals that transition from light pink or raspberry near the center to a vibrant lemon-lime color at the edges. The flowers bloom from mid to late summer, brightening gardens with their distinctive coloration, and dark green foliage. The upright stems support the flowers, holding them high above the leaves, allowing the vivid colors to stand out even more.
The plant's central cone is a bold feature, offering a deep orange hue that adds warmth to the overall appearance. 'Green Twister' thrives in full sun and attracts pollinators like butterflies and bees throughout the growing season. As a long-lasting bloom, it also serves well as a cut flower, maintaining its beauty in both fresh and dried arrangements. Its bright, cheerful flowers bring seasonal color and ecological value to any garden or landscape.
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Family: Asteraceae
Height: 36 to 48 inches
Width: 22 to 24 inches
Foliage color: Dark green
Flower color: Raspberry with lime-green edges and orange center cone
Bloom time: Mid-summer to fall
Light requirements: Full sun
Water requirements: Average; prefers well-drained soil
Maintenance: Low; drought-tolerant once established
Growing zone: USDA zones 3 to 9
Wildlife attractors: Attracts bees, beneficial insects, birds, and other pollinators; seeds provide food for birds in fall and winter
