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Echinacea 'Summer Cocktail' (PBR)

Summer Cocktail Coneflower

£8.99
£8.99
Echinacea 'Summer Cocktail' (PBR) boasts striking blooms in warm shades of coral, orange, and pink, attracting pollinators and adding long-lasting colour to borders and wildlife-friendly spaces.
  • Unique colour-changing flowers
  • Attracts pollinators
  • Drought resistant
  • Excellent for cut flowers
Size

    • Aspect

      Full sun

    • Hardiness

      Hardy

    • Flowers

      July, August, September

    • Soil type

      Well-drained, Loamy, Chalky

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    • Why we like this plant

      Echinacea 'Summer Cocktail' (PBR) offers a striking mix of warm tones that evolve throughout the season, making it a standout feature in summer borders. Its long-lasting flowers, pollinator appeal, and drought resistance make it a fantastic choice for both formal and naturalistic gardens.

    • About this plant

      A stunning member of the coneflower family, Echinacea 'Summer Cocktail' (PBR) is known for its dynamic, warm-toned petals that transition from golden yellow to peachy-orange and deep pink. Blooming from mid to late summer, it provides an eye-catching display that changes throughout the season. Loved by bees and butterflies, this hardy perennial is both resilient and low-maintenance, thriving in a variety of garden conditions. Its sturdy stems make it an excellent choice for cut flowers, while its drought tolerance ensures it remains a reliable performer in sunny borders.

    • Key features

      • Unique colour-changing flowers in warm sunset hues
      • Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators
      • Long flowering period from mid to late summer
      • Strong, upright stems ideal for cut flower arrangements
      • Drought-tolerant and low-maintenance

    • Height and
      spread

    • Growth
      habit

      Upright, clump-forming

    • Moisture

      Drought tolerant once established; prefers moderate moisture levels

    • Position in
      the Garden

      Borders, wildlife gardens, prairie-style plantings, and cut flower beds

    Planting guide

    • Space plants about 30-45cm apart to allow airflow
    • Ensure well-draining soil to prevent root rot
    • Water regularly until established, then reduce frequency

    Care tips

    • Plant in well-drained soil with full sun
    • Deadhead spent flowers to prolong blooming
    • Divide clumps every few years to maintain vigour
    • Cut back in late autumn or leave seed heads for wildlife

    Winter care

    • Mulch around the base in colder regions to protect roots
    • Leave seed heads intact to provide food for birds
    • Trim back dead stems in early spring for new growth