Five New Coneflowers for 2024

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Greetings, green-thumbed enthusiasts! As the frost begins to thaw and the earth awakens from its winter slumber, anticipation builds for the colorful spectacle that spring brings. At our greenhouse, we’re overjoyed to introduce you to five new coneflowers that will steal the spotlight in 2024. But that’s not all – we’re also here to equip you with invaluable tips to ensure these botanical wonders thrive in Minnesota’s unique climate.

CARA MIA™ Yellow Coneflower

Bask in the sunshine hues of CARA MIA™ Yellow Coneflower, a beacon of warmth and vitality. This stunning echinacea produces outstanding yellow, fully double flowers, and is a perfect choice for planting in groups, along border edges, or in containers. The flowers come early and keep coming until frost.

But how can you ensure this golden beauty dazzles in your Minnesota garden? Here’s a tip: Plant it in well-draining soil enriched with organic matter to promote healthy root development, and provide ample sunlight for optimal flowering.

Proven Winners® COLOR CODED® Frankly Scarlet Coneflower

Prepare to make a bold statement with Frankly Scarlet Coneflower, a vibrant addition to any garden palette. This flower has masses of beautiful lightly-scented scarlet daisy flowers with orange overtones and dark brown eyes at the ends of the stems from mid to late summer, which are most effective when planted in groupings.

To help this scarlet stunner thrive in Minnesota’s changing climate, consider mulching around the base of the plant to retain moisture and regulate soil temperature, especially during the cooler months.

Proven Winners® COLOR CODED® The Fuchsia is Bright Coneflower

The Fuchsia is Bright Coneflower demands attention with its intense hue and compact form. The fuchsia pink flowers are made of overlapping, horizontally held petals for an exceptionally showy display.

For Minnesota gardeners, it’s essential to deadhead spent blooms regularly to encourage continuous flowering throughout the growing season, ensuring your garden remains a vibrant oasis.

Proven Winners® DOUBLE CODED™ Raspberry Beret Coneflower

Lose yourself in the whimsical charm of Raspberry Beret Coneflower, a delightful double-blooming variety with intense pink flowers.

In Minnesota’s sometimes harsh winters, provide a layer of mulch around the base of the plant to insulate roots and protect them from freezing temperatures, ensuring a strong start when spring arrives.

Sombrero® Fiesta Orange Coneflower

Set your garden ablaze with the fiery hues of Sombrero® Fiesta Orange Coneflower, a spirited addition to any landscape. This plant has masses of beautiful lightly-scented orange daisy flowers with coppery-bronze eyes at the ends of the stems from early summer to early fall, which are most effective when planted in groupings.

To combat the occasional dry spells common in Minnesota, water deeply but infrequently, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings to prevent root rot.

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Caring for Coneflowers in Minnesota

Now that you’ve met our stunning new coneflowers for 2024, let’s delve into essential care tips to ensure their longevity and vibrancy in your Minnesota garden:

Sunlight

Coneflowers thrive in full sun, so ensure they receive at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal growth and flowering.

Watering

While coneflowers are drought-tolerant once established, consistent moisture is crucial during the initial stages of growth. Water deeply but infrequently, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings.

Soil

Plant coneflowers in well-draining soil enriched with organic matter to promote healthy root development and prevent waterlogging, which can lead to root rot.

Mulching

Apply a layer of mulch around the base of coneflowers to conserve moisture, suppress weeds, and regulate soil temperature, especially during Minnesota’s fluctuating climate.

Deadheading

Remove spent blooms regularly to encourage continuous flowering and prevent the plant from redirecting energy into seed production.

By following these simple yet effective care tips, you’ll ensure your coneflowers thrive and flourish in your Minnesota garden, delighting both you and visiting pollinators with their beauty and resilience.

Visit our greenhouse today to bring home these botanical treasures and embark on a vibrant gardening journey filled with color, charm, and endless possibilities.

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