Product Description
Echinacea Adobe Orange ('Balsomador' PP26639 CPBR5636 US7,982,110) (30)ct Flat
SOMBRERO® Series
Common Name: Coneflower
SOMBRERO® Adobe Orange has 2½-3", intense orange flowers will make other Echinacea pale in comparison, with a matching orange cone that really makes the color pop. Dark green foliage is completely covered with flowers. One of the best orange Echinacea to date.
Praised for their cheerful brightly colored flowers, coneflowers are a mainstay in today's garden. Be sure to leave some spent blooms on the plants in the fall because their seeds provide winter food for finches and other birds. The dried seed heads also provide architectural interest in the winter.
Coneflowers like it sunny and hot. Though they will tolerate light shade, fewer flowers will be produced and the plants will be weakened. Light, loamy soils are best but coneflowers will grow in any well-drained soil. Once established, they are quite drought tolerant.
Height: 18.0-20.0 Inches
Spread: 18.0-20.0 Inches
Hardiness Zones: 4,5,6,7,8,9
Flower Color: Gold/Orange Shades
Foliage Color: Green shades
Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun) - Part Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun)
Low to Average Water Needs
Poor to Fertile Soil Quality
Bloomtime: Early Summer - Late Summer
Attracts Butterflies
Attracts Songbirds
Bee Friendly
Deer Resistant
Seasonal Interest: Dried Seed Heads
Growth Rate: Medium
Border Plant, Container, Cut Flower, Dried Flower, Drought Tolerant, Easy To Grow, Mass Planting, Salt Tolerant, Native to North America
Echinacea 'Adobe Orange' is a vibrant and captivating addition to any garden. This coneflower cultivar displays a profusion of intense orange flowers with a unique copper-bronze cone. As a member of the Sombrero series, it is well-known for its sturdy, well-branched, and compact habit, making it perfect for smaller gardens or container plantings. Its cheerful blooms, which appear in early summer, attract pollinators like butterflies and bees while being resistant to deer.
Echinacea 'Adobe Orange' is a standout performer with its profusion of intense orange flowers and coppery-bronze cone. The slightly drooping petals surround the cone, creating a captivating display. This coneflower is an early bloomer, providing vibrant color to the garden from early to late summer, sometimes with additional sporadic bloom until frost. The well-branched structure and strong stems hold the numerous flowers upright, ensuring a neat and tidy appearance. The dark green foliage provides an excellent backdrop for the bright orange flowers. This cultivar is also an excellent choice for cut flower arrangements.
- Botanical Name: Echinacea x hybrida
- Common Name: Coneflower
- Hardiness Zones: 4-9
- Mature Height: 18-20 inches
- Mature Width: 22-24 inches
- Flower Color: Intense orange
- Bloom Time: Early Summer to Late Summer
- Sunlight: Full sun
- Water Needs: Average, drought tolerant once established
- Soil Type: Well-drained soil
- Maintenance: Low
- Special Features: Attracts butterflies, deer resistant, heat and humidity tolerant
Planting To ensure the successful establishment and growth of Echinacea 'Adobe Orange', follow these planting guidelines:
- When to Plant: Plant in spring or early fall.
- Where to Plant: Choose a sunny spot with at least 6 hours of direct sunlight.
- Soil Preparation: Well-drained soil is essential. Amend clay soil with compost.
- Spacing: Space plants 18-22 inches apart.
Care Echinacea 'Adobe Orange' is a low-maintenance plant that thrives with minimal care. Here are some essential care tips:
- Watering: Water regularly after planting until established. Once established, this coneflower exhibits good drought tolerance. Water deeply during prolonged dry spells or if planted in containers.
- Fertilizing: Coneflowers generally do not require a lot of fertilizer. Too much fertilizer can lead to excessive foliage growth at the expense of flowers. If your soil is poor, amend with compost in spring.
- Pruning: Deadheading, or removing spent flowers, can encourage continuous blooming and prevent self-seeding. Cut back stems to about 1-4 inches from the ground in late fall or early spring. You can leave some seed heads for winter interest and to provide food for birds.
- Pests and Diseases: Echinacea 'Adobe Orange' is generally pest and disease-free. Ensure proper air circulation and avoid overwatering to prevent potential issues.
Propagation Echinacea 'Adobe Orange' can be propagated by division in spring or fall, or by root cuttings from late fall to early winter.
Echinacea 'Adobe Orange' is a fantastic choice for gardeners of all levels. This exceptionally hardy coneflower tolerates a wide range of conditions, including drought, heat, humidity, and various soil types. It is a low-maintenance and long-blooming perennial, with vibrant orange flowers that last from early to late summer, sometimes with sporadic blooms until frost. Its compact habit makes it suitable for smaller gardens and containers, while its vibrant color and attractiveness to pollinators make it a valuable addition to any sunny border or meadow.
Twenty (30) plants per flat (or tray). Approximate Plug Measurements: 3in deep x 2in wide.
Other Details
The most important part of the plant is its root system. Healthy roots are the foundation of a healthy, vibrant plant. The type of plug container used is based on the specific needs of the plants. Perennials offered as bare root traditionally perform better when planted as bare root.Planted in a specialized mix, potted plants have well established root systems. Top growth stage will vary depending on the current life cycle and time of year when shipped. In Winter and early Spring dormant plants may be shipped. Dormant plants may be planted right away, even before the last frost date.
Most bare root varieties are field grown for at least one season, though Hemerocallis and Hosta are grown for two seasons. The bulk of the soil is removed during the harvesting process and the tops of most varieties are trimmed back to the crown. They are graded, packed in shredded aspen or sphagnum moss and stored in freezers until ready to be shipped.
See our Container Sizes and Bare Root Perennials pages for more information.
Plant information and care is provided in the Overview section, Plant Genus Page and general information is provided in the Planting Care & Guides. Additional questions can be asked on each Plant page.
Plant Spacing: Using the maximum mature spread or width of a plant to guide spacing, ensures space to grow to full size. To fill an area sooner, plant them closer together. Just remember, future thinning or transplanting may be needed.
Water: Keep a close eye on newly planted perennials, especially throughout the first growing year. Most early plant loss is due to too much or too little water!
