Echinacea 'Bright Star' is a striking coneflower cultivar that features soft rose pink petals and a glowing copper orange center. Its strong upright stems and long blooming season make it a standout in sunny gardens.
Height & Spread: 24 - 30 in x 18 - 24 in
Bloom Time: Midsummer to early fall
Light Requirements: Full sun
Soil Preference: Well drained average to sandy soil
Watering Needs: Low once established
Deer Resistance: High
NATIVE STATUS
Cultivar of a North American native species. While bred for enhanced color and form, it maintains ecological value and supports native pollinators in garden settings.
WILDLIFE & INSECTS
Bees
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Frequently visited by native bees and bumblebees which feed on the pollen rich cone throughout its extended bloom period.
Butterflies
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Acts as a reliable nectar source for monarchs and other midsummer butterflies that rely on sunny open flowers.
Birds
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Goldfinches and other small seed eating birds feed on dried seed heads in late summer and fall, adding ecological interest after bloom.
SPACING & LANDSCAPE USE
Spacing Recommendations
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Plant 18 - 24 in apart to provide space for airflow and long term clump development.
Landscape Placement
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Ideal for prairie style gardens native borders pollinator strips and sun loving perennial beds. It holds its shape well and offers strong color throughout summer with minimal care.
COMPANION PLANTS
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Liatris spicata (Blazing Star) - Adds height texture and color that matches pollinator appeal.
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Coreopsis verticillata ‘Zagreb’ (Threadleaf Coreopsis) - Offers contrasting yellow flowers and a fine foliage texture.
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Pycnanthemum muticum (Mountain Mint) - Supports pollinators with strong scent and extended bloom.
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Ratibida pinnata (Gray Headed Coneflower) - Adds airy movement and late summer bloom.
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Eryngium yuccifolium (Rattlesnake Master) - Provides bold foliage contrast and supports diverse pollinators.