Echinacea Sombrero Poco Hot Coral 'Balsomcor'

Poco Hot Coral Coneflower

Family: Asteraceae
Height: 18 to 24 inches
Width: 12 to 18 inches
Flower color: Bright orange-coral with a large central cone
Foliage color: Dark green, lance-shaped
Bloom time: Summer to early fall
Light: Full sun
Water: 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: Attracts butterflies, bees, and birds

About this plant

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.

Works well in

Borders · Sun Gardens · Pollinator Gardens · Bird Gardens · Waterwise Gardens

Companion plants

Ornamental grasses · Garden phlox · Black-eyed Susans · Daylilies · Lavender · Coreopsis

Design tip

Late flowers extend the season, so set it behind or beside plants that finish in midsummer. 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.