Northwest Blooms · Perennials
Echinacea 'Kismet Raspberry'
Kismet Raspberry Coneflower
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Height
- 12 to 24 inches
- Width
- 18 to 24 inches
- Flower color
- Bright raspberry-pink with a prominent orange-brown cone
- Foliage color
- Dark green, lance-shaped
- Bloom time
- Summer to early fall
- Light
- Full sun
- Water
- Low to moderate
- Maintenance
- Low; deadhead to encourage rebloom, but leave seed heads for winter interest and wildlife
- Growing zone
- USDA zones 4 to 9
- Wildlife
- Attracts butterflies, bees, and birds
About this plant
Echinacea 'Kismet Raspberry' is a vibrant perennial known for its rich, raspberry-pink flowers that bloom prolifically from early summer into fall. The large, daisy-like blooms feature bold, overlapping petals surrounding a spiky, orange-brown cone, creating a striking contrast. These long-lasting flowers are a favorite among pollinators and add bright, cheerful color to the garden for an extended period.
Developed as part of the Kismet series, 'Kismet Raspberry' was bred for its compact form, heavy flowering, and resilience. Its intense, raspberry-colored blooms and extended blooming season make it a standout choice for sunny borders, pollinator gardens, and mixed perennial beds. Its vibrant color brings warmth and visual impact to outdoor spaces throughout the growing season.
Works well in
Borders · Sun Gardens · Pollinator Gardens · Bird Gardens · Waterwise Gardens
Companion plants
Lavender · Coreopsis · Russian sage · Sedums · Peonies · Salvias
Design tip
Fall bloom is its strength, and it earns a place near a path or seating area used late in the year. Give it open sun and room to fill out, and repeat it in threes or fives so the planting reads as one sweep instead of scattered dots.
Where to see it
This plant can be seen in the perennial border at the Bellevue Botanical Garden.
