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Echinacea Green Twister
Echinacea purpurea 'Green Twister'
“Green Twister Echinacea always gets people talking — it’s bold, unusual, and incredibly easy to grow. The mix of green and pink tones adds something special to any perennial border. Best of all, it’s as tough as it is beautiful — a true gardener’s favorite that thrives in full sun with almost no maintenance.”
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Echinacea ‘Green Twister’ – Unique Green and Pink Coneflower | Drought-Tolerant, Deer-Resistant Perennial
A dazzling twist on a garden favorite.
The Echinacea ‘Green Twister’ offers a fresh spin on the classic coneflower, with spectacular two-tone petals that fade from lime-green at the tips to deep pink near the center. Its unique color pattern adds drama and sophistication to any sunny border, pollinator garden, or perennial bed. Standing 24 to 36 inches tall, this variety blooms from early summer through fall, filling your garden with eye-catching color and visiting butterflies.
Built for beauty and performance.
Unlike many ornamental perennials that demand constant attention, Green Twister thrives with minimal care. It’s deer-resistant, drought-tolerant, and hardy from Zones 4 to 9, making it a reliable performer from New England to the South. Its strong, upright stems resist flopping even in rain and wind, while its long-lasting flowers make excellent cut stems for arrangements.
Pollinator paradise in every bloom.
Each vibrant flower attracts butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds, supporting pollinator health while providing months of color. As the blooms mature, they develop rich magenta centers surrounded by fresh green outer petals — a rare color combination that complements other perennials like Coreopsis, Black-Eyed Susan, and Shasta Daisy. In fall and winter, the dried seed heads provide texture and food for finches and songbirds.
A collector’s coneflower with proven toughness.
Despite its exotic appearance, Echinacea ‘Green Twister’ is as tough as it is beautiful. Once established, it handles heat, drought, and poor soil with ease. Whether you’re adding to a pollinator garden, a modern border, or a naturalized meadow, this long-blooming, low-maintenance Echinacea brings elegance and endurance to every landscape.
| Hardiness Zone: | 4-9 |
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| Mature Height: | 2 to 3 Feet |
| Mature Width: | 18 to 24 Inches |
| Sunlight: | Full sun |
| Water Requirements: | Average |
| Selling Points: | Native, long blooming, butterflies and pollinators, songbirds, fragrant |
How to Care for Echinacea Green Twister
Echinacea Green Twister care guide
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How do I plant Echinacea Green Twister?
Choose a location with full sun (6+ hours daily) and well-draining soil. Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball but only as deep. Place the plant so the crown is level with the soil surface, backfill, and water thoroughly to settle the roots. Apply a light layer of mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Avoid planting in soggy areas — Green Twister prefers soil that dries slightly between waterings.
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How often should I water Echinacea Green Twister?
Water deeply once per week during the first growing season to establish strong roots. After that, Echinacea Green Twister is highly drought tolerant, requiring water only during extended dry periods. Avoid overwatering, as standing water can cause root rot. This hardy perennial performs best when the soil is allowed to dry slightly between waterings.
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When should I fertilize Echinacea Green Twister?
Feed in early spring using a balanced, slow-release fertilizer (10-10-10) or a layer of compost before new growth appears. Over-fertilizing can produce weak, leggy growth and fewer blooms. A yearly top-dressing of organic compost keeps soil fertile and encourages abundant flowering. Echinacea performs best in average garden soil with minimal feeding.
How and when should I prune or deadhead Green Twister Coneflower?
Deadhead faded blooms regularly to promote continuous flowering throughout summer. In late fall, you can either cut back the stems to 2 inches or leave them standing for winter interest and to feed birds. In early spring, trim away any remaining dead stems before new growth emerges. Regular pruning keeps the plant compact and encourages fresh blooms each year.
