Pinetree Garden Seeds Green Twister Echinacea
Best perennial choice for gardeners seeking vibrant, pollinator-friendly cut flowers.
These striking bicolored blooms bring a sophisticated, painterly aesthetic to the garden that standard perennials often lack. While they require an early indoor start to guarantee first-year flowers, the reward is a long-lasting, pollinator-friendly display that holds its own in both the border and the vase.
$4.95
Who it's for
- Busy gardeners needing low-maintenance, drought-resistant perennials
- Gardeners seeking unique, eye-catching floral displays
- Eco-conscious homeowners supporting local pollinator populations
Who should skip it
- Growers in regions prone to leafhopper-borne viral diseases
- Perfectionists requiring consistent, vibrant color saturation
- Low-effort gardeners avoiding frequent maintenance tasks
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Striking lime and pink bicolored petals create a standout garden focal point.
Pollinator Appeal
Highly effective at drawing bees, butterflies, and birds to your landscape.
Bloom Duration
Provides consistent, vibrant color from mid-summer well into the autumn months.
Cut Flower Utility
Sturdy stems and unique aesthetics make these ideal for indoor arrangements.
Germination Effort
Requires early indoor starts to guarantee first-year flowering success.
Hardiness Range
Reliable perennial performance across a broad range of temperate climate zones.
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Echinacea Purpurea
Life Cycle
Perennial
Recommended Zones
3-8
Plant Height
36 inches
Plant Width
18-24 inches
Seed Planting Depth
1/8 inch
Optimal Germination Temperature
70-75ºF
Seed Count
15 seeds
Planting Season
Spring, Fall
Seed Form
Loose Seeds
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