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Echinacea Sombrero Salsa Red Coneflower
Echinacea hybid 'Sombrero Salsa Red' Plant Patent #23105
“Echinacea Sombrero Salsa Red is pure energy in flower form. The blooms are deep, rich red and just keep coming through the summer heat. It’s compact, tough, and loaded with color. Whether you’re planting it in a border, container, or pollinator garden, it’s one of the most rewarding perennials you can grow—and it thrives with very little attention.”
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Echinacea Sombrero® Salsa Red – Vibrant Red Coneflower for Pollinator Gardens
Fiery red blooms that turn heads all summer long.
The Echinacea Sombrero® Salsa Red Coneflower brings stunning, long-lasting color to any sunny garden. Its rich, scarlet-red petals radiate from a dark, cone-shaped center, creating a dramatic contrast that shines from early summer through fall. Compact, hardy, and dependable, this perennial is the perfect choice for gardeners seeking both beauty and resilience.
Compact, colorful, and easy to grow.
Growing just 18 to 24 inches tall and wide, Sombrero Salsa Red is perfectly sized for borders, mixed perennial beds, and container displays. Its strong stems hold blooms upright through heat and rain, while its uniform shape creates a clean, polished look. Whether planted in clusters for bold color or mixed with other perennials for variety, this red coneflower adds striking depth and energy to any landscape.
Tough enough for heat, drought, and deer.
Echinacea Sombrero Salsa Red thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, delivering consistent blooms even during dry summer conditions. This variety is deer-resistant and drought-tolerant, requiring little maintenance once established. Its bright blooms also attract butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds, making it both a showstopper and a pollinator favorite.
A garden workhorse with endless appeal.
From low-maintenance landscapes to pollinator habitats, Sombrero Salsa Red Echinacea is both functional and beautiful. Its bold red blooms bring excitement and long-lasting color to sunny gardens, while its hardiness ensures it performs year after year. For gardeners seeking a perennial that’s easy to grow and hard to forget, this Echinacea delivers in every way.
| Hardiness Zone: | 4-9 |
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| Mature Height: | 1.5 to 2 Feet |
| Mature Width: | 16 to 24 Inches |
| Sunlight: | Full sun |
| Water Requirements: | Average |
| Selling Points: | Long-blooming; fragrant; attracts butterflies and pollinators |
How to Care for Echinacea Sombrero Salsa Red Coneflower
Be sure to read our planting instructions to ensure a healthy and happy Echinacea Sombrero Salsa Red plant for years to come!
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How do I plant Echinacea Sombrero Salsa Red?
Choose a full-sun location with well-drained soil. Dig a hole twice the width of the root ball and plant so the crown sits level with the soil surface. Backfill gently, firm the soil, and water deeply to settle roots. Mulch lightly to help retain moisture while allowing air to circulate around the crown. Avoid planting too deeply, as Echinacea prefers to stay near the soil surface.
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How should I water my Echinacea Sombrero Salsa Red Coneflower?
Water deeply once or twice a week during the first few weeks after planting to help roots establish. Once mature, Sombrero Salsa Red is highly drought tolerant and only needs supplemental watering during prolonged dry spells. Avoid overwatering—Echinacea thrives in well-drained soil and is more likely to suffer from soggy roots than drought. Allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings.
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When and how should I fertilize Echinacea Sombrero Salsa Red?
Feed once in early spring with a balanced slow-release fertilizer or compost. This helps encourage strong root growth and vibrant blooms throughout the summer. Avoid heavy feeding, which can lead to fewer flowers and excessive foliage. Echinacea performs best in average soil conditions with minimal fertilizer.
How and when should I prune or deadhead Sombrero Salsa Red?
Deadhead spent blooms regularly to encourage repeat flowering and extend the bloom season. Cut each stem just above a set of healthy leaves. In late fall or early spring, trim plants back to about 3 inches above the soil line to promote fresh growth in the new season. You can also leave seed heads standing through winter for wildlife interest and bird feeding.
