Sanguine Purple Coneflower Size:1 Gallon nestled in scaly cups

nestled in scaly cups

and you can mostly spot it along the majestic Mississippi River and its significant tributaries

the stem is topped with a cluster of white or pink star-shaped flowers

Styphnolobium affine

This coreopsis offers a unique yellow hue with a lovely orange tint

Sanguine Purple Coneflower Size:1 Gallon nestled in scaly cupsEchinacea sanguinea This graceful purple coneflower has an unbranched stem that grows up to 4 feet tall with 1 flower head per stem. They have a whimsical look to them with conspicuously drooping rose pink to pale purple petals. Native bees take a special liking to this beautiful flower. Native to open sandy fields, pine woods, and prairies. Best grown in average, dry to medium, well drained soil in full sun. Prefers sandy, slightly acidic soils.