Tomato Soup Coneflower | Echinacea Prairie Stars™ 'TOMATO SOUP'

Tomato Soup Coneflower | Echinacea Prairie Stars™ SERIES 'TOMATO SOUP' PP19427

Plant Highlights:

● Growing Zone: 4-9
● Plant Brand: Prairie Stars Series
● Botanical Name: Echinacea 'Tomato Soup' PP #19,427
● Foliage Color: Green
● Flower Color: "Tomato" Red
● Flower Fragrance: Spicy Fragrance
● Fall Color: N/A
● Type: Perennial
● Mature Height: 24-32 inches
● Mature Width: 20-32 inches
● Growth Rate: Fast
● Exposure: Full Sun
● Soil Needs: Widely Adaptable
● Water Needs: Occasionally, once established  
● Pruning Needs: Spring shaping before spring growth begins
● Awards:
● Grown by: The Plant Factory

Additional Highlights:

• Pollinator Friendly: Yes
• Deer Resistant: Yes
• Pet Friendly: Yes
• Reblooming: No
• Cold and Heat Tolerant: Yes

The vibrant red flowers of Tomato Soup Coneflower are accompanied by a bold, spicy fragrance that is sure to please gardeners of all ages. Standing at a moderate height of 24-32 inches tall and 32 inches wide, this plant is perfect for midrange or filler spots in a garden arrangement. Its striking appearance is complemented by tall flowers such as the Anise Hyssop. 

Stand out in your border garden and attract all types of pollinators with the easy-to-grow Coneflower, native to the central and eastern areas of the United States. Its blooms last from mid-summer to the first frost and can be enjoyed fresh or dried, or used to attract songbirds. Plus, removing spent flowers encourages new growth - perfect for gardeners of all ages!

Tomato Soup Coneflower is a resilient plant that requires low-maintenance, and is perfect for gardeners of all ages. It thrives in zones 4-9 with full sun, and is resistant to deer and various weather conditions, including drought, humidity, and heat. It also flourishes in rocky and clay soils, making it suitable for garden beds or containers. This stunning perennial is an excellent choice for any garden.

Care 

Fertilize in early spring with ourSR-18-5-10 slow release fertilizer for maximum growth and plant health. 

Ordering

Orders taken after 4:00 pm on Wednesday through Sunday will be shipped the following Monday. 

Shipping

The Plant Factory, Inc. offers the very best shipping processes to ensure quick, safe, and near-perfect results every time. Cold and heat may deter your order temporarily until it is safe to receive and plant your plants/trees in your area. At our discretion, we will hold order till the threat is gone ensuring you with the healthiest-viable product ordered.

Summer/Winter Shipping Restrictions – Summer above 95 degrees | Winter - Below 34 degrees

Just a heads up! We share pictures and videos on our site to showcase our products and highlight the quality of our growing process. However, depending on the season you purchase, you can receive a plant that is smaller or larger than what is presented. There's a chance you might see a plant blooming like the one on our site, but it's not guaranteed. We often trim off blooms since they don't travel well. When you buy our plants, think of it as a wonderful investment in your future garden! Enjoy the journey of nurturing them to their fullest potential.

What makes Plant Factory Direct a great option?

We grow our plants right here at our nursery! Our knowledgeable staff uses top-notch horticultural practices to make sure our plants are healthy and of the highest quality. We choose your plants with the same care and thoughtfulness as if we were picking them for ourselves. We aim to go above and beyond what our customers expect. We take pride in providing wonderful “out of the box” experiences, along with friendly customer service and speedy resolutions.