Yellow Coneflowers For Sale
The Yellow Coneflower is a perennial flowernative to the Midwest's prairies and savannahs. It’s characterized by its dramatically drooping, yellow petals, which stand out brightly like drops of sunlight among the prairie grasses. These hardy plants are self-seeding and maintain a network of branched roots, allowing them to spread with ease up to 2 ft around the parent plant. They can grow up to 3 ft high and bloom from early summer to early fall, adding stunning visual interest and complexity to your gardenscape!
Plant Details - Yellow Coneflower
Family: Asteraceae
Light Requirement: Full sun
Water Needs: Moderate
Height: Up to 3 ft tall
Spread: 1.5-2 ft
Growth Rate: Moderate
Bloom Time: Early Summer - Early Fall
Flower Color: Yellow
Wildlife Value: Attracts bees, butterflies and birds
Notable Characteristics of Yellow Coneflower
The Yellow Coneflower gets its name from its cone-shaped center head, which is a rich brown at full maturity, and prickly to the touch, similar to a pine cone. The stem is fibrous, thin, and hairy, making it sturdy enough to withstand the fierce prairie winds. Plus, you might just have this plant in your medicine cabinet! Echinacea, made from coneflower roots, has many medicinal uses, including supporting immune function and treating respiratory infections.
Landscape and Maintenance of Yellow Coneflower
This cone-shaped plant is drought-resistant and able to withstand heat, flooding, frost, you name it, making it highly adaptable to areas of mixed climate. The Yellow Coneflower thrives in moist, sandy, well-drained soil and tolerates clayand high salinity. It is a self-sufficient plant that preserves its beauty with very little maintenance once it's been established.
Plant Yellow Coneflower with other perennialsto support its growth and contrast its sunny, yellow color. Native to the American Midwest, this plant is highly resilient and attracts pollinators like butterflies and bees, while its seeds provide much-needed food for birds. The lightly fragrant blossoms and promise of attracting wildlife fauna make it a stunning addition to a prairie or meadow garden.
Customer Reviews
I couldn’t be happier with my Yellow Coneflowers. They’re resilient, lush, and full of vivid color—perfect for any perennial garden.
The Yellow Coneflowers I bought are thriving beautifully. Their golden blossoms bring warmth and cheer to my outdoor space every day.
These Yellow Coneflowers exceeded all expectations. The bold yellow blooms are dazzling, and the plants settled in quickly with no issues.
The Yellow Coneflowers not only look gorgeous, but they’ve attracted butterflies and bees to my yard. TN Nursery sent flawless plants.
My Yellow Coneflowers established fast and are thriving even in tough summer heat. Their vivid color is a showstopper in my garden beds.
Does yellow coneflower spread?
Yes, yellow coneflowers spread naturally by both seeds and root clumps. Over time, they form beautiful, expanding patches of golden blooms. Their easy growth makes them perfect for naturalized gardens and pollinator-friendly landscapes.
Do yellow coneflowers like sun or shade?
Yellow coneflowers love full sun, where they produce their brightest and most abundant blooms. They also grow well in light shade with well-drained soil. Sunlight helps them stay healthy and attract butterflies and bees all season long.
Will coneflowers rebloom if deadheaded?
Yes, coneflowers will often rebloom if you deadhead the faded flowers. Removing spent blooms encourages new growth and extends their flowering season. This simple step keeps the plant looking fresh and full of color longer.
What is a yellow cone used for in the garden?
A yellow cone adds a bright splash of color and can highlight borders or pathways. It also attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies.
Exposure
Yellow Coneflower flourishes in full sun to partial shade. It favors at least six hours of direct sunlight daily but can tolerate light shade, especially in hotter climates. Ample sunlight ensures vibrant blooms and healthy growth throughout the season.
Height at Maturity
Over 12"
Usage
Pollinator Plant
Shipped As
Bare-root
Ships
Yellow Coneflower Spreads by seeds and underground stem structures called rhizomes
Planting Zones
3-9
How To Grow
How to Grow and Care for Bare Root Perennials, Tubers, and Bulbs
Bare root perennials, tubers, and bulbs are an easy and economical way to jumpstart your garden with lasting beauty. These dormant plants should be planted in early spring or fall while the soil is cool and workable. Before planting, soak bare roots in water for 1–2 hours to rehydrate them. Choose a location based on the plant’s light needs—most flowering types prefer full sun, while others thrive in partial shade.
For bare root perennials, dig a shallow hole and spread the roots out naturally, ensuring the crown is level with the soil surface. For tubers and bulbs, plant with the pointed side facing up at a depth about two to three times their height. Cover with soil, gently press down, and water thoroughly.
Keep soil consistently moist (not soggy) until new growth appears. Add mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds, but avoid covering the crown or bulb tops. Once established, these plants require little maintenance—just seasonal watering, occasional dividing, and deadheading or pruning as needed. With proper care, they’ll return and thrive year after year.
