Ozark Yellow Coneflower
Echinacea paradoxa
Also called Bush’s yellow coneflower. This species is naturally confined to the Ozark region of southern Missouri and Northern Arkansas. The latin name Echinacea paradoxa, gives an idea of the uniqueness of the coloration of this flower. Its color is a paradox among coneflowers. This species is the only naturally occurring echinacea that does not have pink to purple flowers. Many of the brightly colored hybrid coneflowers in the horticulture trade derive their color from Ozark Yellow Coneflower as a parent. This species tolerates much drier growing conditions than purple coneflower and often occurs in glades and prairies alongside pale purple coneflower. Flowering occurs in June. Blooms are held on long stems and are yellow in color.
- Planting date: Dormant seeding, November – February
- Stratification for 60-90 days is needed.
- Height: 18-36 inches tall
- Moisture: Average to Dry
- Sun Exposure: Full
- Planting Rate: 10 – 15 pounds per acre
