Echinacea purpurea 'Papallo Classic Dragon Fruit'

The fruity colours of this wonderful coneflower are paired with strong, branching stems, offering masses of flowers on shortish plants that will fit neatly along the edge or middle of a border without flopping onto neighbouring plants. Echinacea purpurea 'Papallo Classic Dragon Fruit' delivers striking summer colour with vibrant coneflowers in shades of coral-pink and warm rosy tones, each centred by a bold reddish-orange cone. The blooms stand proudly on sturdy stems above fresh green foliage, creating a lively display from mid to late summer. Compact and upright in habit, this eye-catching coneflower fits beautifully into borders, mixed plantings and patio containers, where its long-lasting flowers draw bees and butterflies in abundance while adding vivid seasonal interest. Ultimate height: 50cm (20in). Ultimate spread: 45cm (18in).