Purple Coneflower grows naturally in open woodlands, fields, and prairies. They are native to central and eastern North America.
Jasper, Texas
During our trip this weekend, we saw three fuzzy stems of purple coneflower about four feet tall growing in the flower bed in front of the Headquarters of Martin Dies, Jr. State Park.
Right by the front wall of the building were climbing vines, some ferns, and an orange drum/barrel on a campaign to ‘bring back the monarch’ along with unmistakable illustrations painted on it.
And the presence of the Echinacea purpurea few feet from the drum was nothing short of strategic.
Purple Coneflower
The radially symmetrical yellow spines shooting up from the prominent green flower head produce sweet nectar. They attract butterfly species such as painted lady, monarch, and Fritillary. The droopy petals radiating from the flower head catch the pollen from the central cone for an added invitation.
This was an awesome park; it was well-kept, huge, and offered lots of recreational activities including enjoying/watching the diverse nature and wildlife within its confines. You can have a really great time here!
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Beautiful shot.
Sydney – City and Suburbs
Thank you Jim. Have a great one.
Wonderful photos Lotis. I am wondering what camera you are using!
Thank you Sherab. I took these photos using Canon EOS Rebel T6.
Ok…then I can expect good photos…:D
Wheww!!
Expect the best!.. lol
Gorgeous photo. I love coneflowers! A local nursery is selling bright orange ones, which are rather surprising to look at.
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Thank you. Wow, I have not seen an orange one yet, pretty sure I’d be delightedly surprised too 🙂
That is a lovely coneflower!
Thank you Linja.