Yellow Coneflower (Echinacea paradoxa) is a distinctive native perennial known for being the only species of coneflower with naturally yellow petals. Native to glades, open woodlands, and prairies of the Ozark region, it produces large flowers with drooping golden-yellow petals surrounding a prominent coppery-brown central cone. Blooming in early to mid-summer, the flowers attract numerous native bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. Like other coneflowers, Yellow Coneflower develops a deep root system that provides excellent drought tolerance and allows it to thrive in well-drained soils. The seed heads persist into fall and winter, providing food for goldfinches and other songbirds. Its unique flower color, durability, and ecological value make it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens, prairie plantings, and native landscapes.
Plant Description
Common Name(s): Yellow Coneflower, Ozark Coneflower
Genus: Echinacea
Species: paradoxa
Plant Requirements
Plant Type: Herbaceous Perennial
Zones (1-13): 3-8
Light Needs: Full Sun
Water Needs: Dry
Available Space To Plant: 12 in - 3 ft
Height: 2-4 ft
Spread: 1-2 ft
Maintenance: Low
Plant Characteristics
Flower Characteristics: Showy, Good cut, Good dried
Bloom Color: Yellow
Bloom Time: Summer
Leaf Color: Green
Attracts Wildlife: Birds, Bees, Butterflies
Plants that Tolerate:
Rabbit
Deer
Drought
Dry soil
Shallow-rocky soil
Uses: Naturalize, Rain Garden