Echinacea simulata, Wavyleaf Purple Coneflower attracts butterflies Native to woodlands of Eastern

Native to woodlands of Eastern Europe and Russia

very narrow

The 'steel' appellation comes from the metallic sheen on its tiny

brown branches which become fascinatingly fasciated (flattened and ribbon-like) as the plant matures

this selection has green leaves with a silken grey covering that catches the dew

Echinacea simulata, Wavyleaf Purple Coneflower attracts butterflies Native to woodlands of EasternIn early to mid summer, flowers appear with narrow, drooping, pink purple petals surrounding a brown cone with yellow pollen; blooms are held on tall, upright, hairy brown green stems. Smooth, narrow, dark green leaves form a rosette at the base of the plant. Native to the East central United States; in small areas of glades, open woodlands, and prairies. Mature size: 2 3 ft T & 1 2 ft W Minimum temperature: 20 F