| Common Name | Yellow Coneflower |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Echinacea |
| Species | Paradoxa |
| Origin | United States (Oklahoma, Texas) |
| Blooming | Summer to early autumn, typically June-August |
| Leaf Color | Blue-green or glaucous green |
| Sunlight | Half-shade / Sun |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | Yes |
Well-drained loamy soil, tolerates poor to average soils, avoid waterlogged conditions.
Drought tolerant once established. Water regularly during first year or prolonged dry spells.
Requires full sun for best blooming performance, tolerates partial shade in hot climates.
Low fertilizer needs. Apply compost in spring before growth begins to encourage blooms.
Deadhead spent blooms to encourage more flowers, cut back stems to ground in late autumn.
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