Common Name: Hot Papaya Coneflower
A striking compact, upright cultivar that features blazing red-orange double blossoms with a deep orange-yellow cones that turn vibrant sizzling orange ray petals as it mature. Its fabulous beauty blooms in mid summer to mid fall and attracts hummingbirds and butterflies. It has strong clump with vigorous, dark green leaves and thick branches with maroon blotch. Best grown in full sun exposure in moist, well-drained soil. Best selection for border, container and specimen.
Plant Type: | Perennial |
Width: | 24-30'' |
Height: | 30-36'' |
Fragrant: | Yes |
Growth Rate | Moderate |
Zone: | 4 - 9 |
Deer Resistant: | Yes |
Salt Tolerant: | No |
Drought Tolerant: | No |
Attract: | Butterflies |
Exposure: | Full Sun |
Landscape/Use: | Border, Specimen |
Soil Type | Clay |
Leaf Color: | Green |
Fall Color: | Green |