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The Plant Life of the Lurie Garden


Overview
Perennials and Bulbs of the Lurie Garden

Tennessee Coneflower

on Federal endangered species list; may be overrun by more aggressive plants; flowers have conical greenish-pink disks; richer color than most coneflowers; divide in spring every 3-4 years

 
Latin name Echinacea tennesseensis
Common name Tennessee Coneflower
Family Asteraceae
Zone Z3-9
Bloom time Summer/Fall
Season(s) of Interest
Height 2'
Native or origin Native
Soil conditions Average
Flower color Dark Mauve
Known wildlife aspects Butterflies, Bees
Light Requirements Full Sun
Lurie Garden location Light Plate
Companion plants



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