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White Swan Coneflower

Echinacea Purpurea 'White Swan'

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Overview

The Echinacea purpurea 'White Swan' is a striking perennial that boasts large, white, daisy-like flowers with a raised, golden-yellow center cone. Blooming from early to late summer, it reaches a height of 2 to 3 feet and spreads up to 1.5 feet wide. This drought-tolerant plant thrives in full sun to partial shade and attracts pollinators while being deer-resistant. Ideal for borders, wildflower gardens, and as a cut flower.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 3–9Type Perennial
White Swan Coneflower (Echinacea Purpurea 'White Swan') — this plant displays classic
White Swan Coneflower (Echinacea Purpurea 'White Swan') — The blossoms are characterized by their pristine; 'White Swan' thrives in full to partial sunlightWhite Swan Coneflower (Echinacea Purpurea 'White Swan') — golden-yellow center coneWhite Swan Coneflower (Echinacea Purpurea 'White Swan') — daisy-like flowers that can reach 3 to 4 inches acrossWhite Swan Coneflower (Echinacea Purpurea 'White Swan') — Ideal for borders, wildflower gardens, and as a cut flowerWhite Swan Coneflower (Echinacea Purpurea 'White Swan') — The 'White Swan' ConeflowerWhite Swan Coneflower (Echinacea Purpurea 'White Swan') — Ideal for borders, wildflower gardens, and as a cut flower; daisy-like flowers with a raised+36

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
3–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Asteraceae

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White Swan Coneflower (Echinacea Purpurea 'White Swan') — this plant displays classic
White Swan Coneflower (Echinacea Purpurea 'White Swan') — The blossoms are characterized by their pristine; 'White Swan' thrives in full to partial sunlight
White Swan Coneflower (Echinacea Purpurea 'White Swan') — golden-yellow center cone
White Swan Coneflower (Echinacea Purpurea 'White Swan') — daisy-like flowers that can reach 3 to 4 inches across
White Swan Coneflower (Echinacea Purpurea 'White Swan') — Ideal for borders, wildflower gardens, and as a cut flower
White Swan Coneflower (Echinacea Purpurea 'White Swan') — The 'White Swan' Coneflower
White Swan Coneflower (Echinacea Purpurea 'White Swan') — Ideal for borders, wildflower gardens, and as a cut flower; daisy-like flowers with a raised
White Swan Coneflower (Echinacea Purpurea 'White Swan') — 'White Swan' Coneflowers are celebrated for their ability to attract pollinators; growing to an
White Swan Coneflower (Echinacea Purpurea 'White Swan') — Growing to an average height of 2 to 3 feet with a similar spread
White Swan Coneflower (Echinacea Purpurea 'White Swan') — white petals - reminiscent of a swan's plumage - which contrast beautifully against the, image 34
White Swan Coneflower (Echinacea Purpurea 'White Swan') — adding a dynamic element to the garden
White Swan Coneflower (Echinacea Purpurea 'White Swan') — golden-yellow center cone; coppery-orange cone.<br><br>Ideal for USDA hardiness zones 3 to 9
White Swan Coneflower (Echinacea Purpurea 'White Swan') — The blossoms are characterized by their pristine
White Swan Coneflower (Echinacea Purpurea 'White Swan') — daisy-like flowers with a raised
White Swan Coneflower (Echinacea Purpurea 'White Swan') — 'White Swan' thrives in full to partial sunlight and prefers well-draining soil with a, image 36
White Swan Coneflower (Echinacea Purpurea 'White Swan') — coppery-orange cone.<br><br>Ideal for USDA hardiness zones 3 to 9
White Swan Coneflower (Echinacea Purpurea 'White Swan') — though it exhibits drought tolerance once established
White Swan Coneflower (Echinacea Purpurea 'White Swan') — The blooms make their appearance in early to late summer, often continuing their display into the fall
White Swan Coneflower (Echinacea Purpurea 'White Swan') — though it exhibits drought tolerance once established; such as butterflies and bees
White Swan Coneflower (Echinacea Purpurea 'White Swan') — 'White Swan' thrives in full to partial sunlight and prefers well-draining soil with a medium
White Swan Coneflower (Echinacea Purpurea 'White Swan') — these flowers are deer resistant; blooming from early to late summer, it reaches a height of 2 to 3
White Swan Coneflower (Echinacea Purpurea 'White Swan') — multi-colored and orange and white flowers in the garden
White Swan Coneflower (Echinacea Purpurea 'White Swan') — making them an excellent choice for areas where wildlife browsing can be a concern.<br><br>For the
White Swan Coneflower (Echinacea Purpurea 'White Swan') — Echinacea purpurea 'White Swan' is not only a feast for the eyes but also low maintenance
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