Echinacea Sombrero Poco Hot Coral 'Balsomcor' | Poco Hot Coral Coneflower
DESCRIPTION
Echinacea Sombrero Poco Hot Coral 'Balsomcor' is a vibrant perennial that produces bold, coral-orange, daisy-like flowers from early to late summer. The blooms feature a prominent, spiky brown cone at the center, surrounded by bright, overlapping petals that radiate outward. These striking flowers attract pollinators and provide long-lasting color in the garden.
'Balsomcor' is part of the Sombrero® series, bred for its compact form, vibrant blooms, and improved hardiness. Originating from hybridization efforts, it is ideal for adding bold, warm tones to borders, mixed beds, or pollinator-friendly plantings. Its cheerful color and sturdy nature make it a standout in sunny landscapes.
DESCRIPTION
Echinacea Sombrero Poco Hot Coral 'Balsomcor' is a vibrant perennial that produces bold, coral-orange, daisy-like flowers from early to late summer. The blooms feature a prominent, spiky brown cone at the center, surrounded by bright, overlapping petals that radiate outward. These striking flowers attract pollinators and provide long-lasting color in the garden.
'Balsomcor' is part of the Sombrero® series, bred for its compact form, vibrant blooms, and improved hardiness. Originating from hybridization efforts, it is ideal for adding bold, warm tones to borders, mixed beds, or pollinator-friendly plantings. Its cheerful color and sturdy nature make it a standout in sunny landscapes.
DESCRIPTION
Echinacea Sombrero Poco Hot Coral 'Balsomcor' is a vibrant perennial that produces bold, coral-orange, daisy-like flowers from early to late summer. The blooms feature a prominent, spiky brown cone at the center, surrounded by bright, overlapping petals that radiate outward. These striking flowers attract pollinators and provide long-lasting color in the garden.
'Balsomcor' is part of the Sombrero® series, bred for its compact form, vibrant blooms, and improved hardiness. Originating from hybridization efforts, it is ideal for adding bold, warm tones to borders, mixed beds, or pollinator-friendly plantings. Its cheerful color and sturdy nature make it a standout in sunny landscapes.
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Family: Asteraceae
Height: 18 to 24 inches
Width: 12 to 18 inches
Foliage color: Dark green, lance-shaped
Flower color: Bright orange-coral with a large central cone
Bloom time: Summer to early fall
Light requirements: Full sun
Water requirements: Low to moderate
Maintenance: Low; deadhead for extended bloom, but allow seed heads to remain in fall for wildlife
Growing zone: USDA zones 4 to 9
Wildlife attractors: Attracts butterflies, bees, and birdsThis plant can be seen in the perennial border at the Bellevue Botanical Garden.
