Echinacea purpurea 'Mellow Yellows' Information Page img { width: 32px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; } Echinacea purpurea 'Mellow Yellows' body { font-family: 'Inter', sans-serif; margin: 0; padding: 0; background-color: #f5f5f5; color: #333; } .plant-container { max-width: 800px; margin: 20px auto; background-color: #fff; padding: 20px; border-radius: 8px; box-shadow: 0 4px 8px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1); } h1 { font-size: 2em; margin-bottom: 10px; color: #2c3e50; } .section { margin-bottom: 20px; } .section h2 { font-size: 1.5em; margin-bottom: 10px; color: #34495e; } .section p { font-size: 1em; line-height: 1.6; } .section ul { list-style: none; padding: 0; } .section ul li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 10px; } .section ul li img { width: 24px; height: 24px; margin-right: 10px; } Echinacea purpurea 'Mellow Yellows' Description Echinacea purpurea 'Mellow Yellows' is a stunning perennial known for its vibrant yellow blooms that attract pollinators like bees and butterflies. This cultivar offers a cheerful display from midsummer to early fall, making it a favorite in gardens for its long-lasting color and ease of care. Suggested Uses Ideal for borders, cottage gardens, and wildflower meadows. It can also be used in container gardening and as a cut flower for indoor arrangements. Plant Details Botanical Name: Echinacea purpurea 'Mellow Yellows' Common Name: Mellow Yellows' Coneflower Size & Growth: 2-3 feet tall, 1-2 feet wide Hardiness Zones: 3-9 Foliage Type: Herbaceous perennial Bloom Time: Midsummer to early fall Growth Rate: Moderate Light Requirements: Full sun Attracts Pollinators: Yes, bees and butterflies Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Non-toxic to pets Fragrant: No Cut Flower: Yes Grows Well With: Rudbeckia, Salvia, and ornamental grasses Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in well-draining soil after the last frost Soil Moisture: Keep soil moderately moist Soil Type: Prefers sandy or loamy soil Humidity: Tolerates average humidity levels Pruning Instructions: Deadhead spent blooms to encourage more flowers Winter Care: Mulch in colder zones to protect roots Planting Depth: Plant crown at soil level Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer Special Care: Divide clumps every 3-4 years to maintain vigor This item is available for preorder and is expected to ship after July 2026. Orders placed now reserve inventory and will be fulfilled once the plant becomes available.