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SOMBRERO® Salsa Red Coneflower

Echinacea 'Balsomsed' (SOMBRERO® Salsa Red)

Category: Perennial • Coneflower

Discover SOMBRERO® Salsa Red Coneflower, a vibrant addition to your garden that attracts pollinators.

Mature Height: 18-24 inches
Mature Width: null
Bloom Color: Red
Bloom Time: Summer
Light: Sun
Zone: Zones 4-9
Maintenance: Low
Growth Rate: Moderate
Season of Interest: Summer
Foliage: Deciduous

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Designed & Reviewed by

Josh Graber

Owner and Landscape Designer · Kansas State University · 25+ Years Experience

B.S. in Horticulture and Landscape Design – Kansas State University

25+ years of industry experience

Description

SOMBRERO® Salsa Red Coneflower is a vibrant perennial known for its striking red flowers and sturdy, upright growth. It attracts pollinators and is drought-tolerant, making it a great addition to gardens.

Ideal Conditions

Thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. Prefers moderate moisture levels.

Soil Preferences

Well-drained soil is ideal, tolerates a range of pH levels, and is adaptable to various soil types.

Sun Needs

Sun

Landscape Guidance

Landscape Use

bordermass plantingpollinator garden

Special Features

Vibrant red flowersattracts pollinators

Wildlife Value

Attracts pollinators and provides nectar.

Resistance / Tolerance

Drought tolerant.

Notes from Our Designer

Great for adding color to gardens and attracting butterflies. Works well in mixed borders.

Maintenance Notes

Low

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Is SOMBRERO® Salsa Red Coneflower a good fit for Kansas City landscapes?

That depends on sun exposure, moisture, spacing, and how the plant will be used in the overall design.

How should homeowners use this plant information?

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