Echinacea 'Sundown'

Sundown Coneflower

Echinacea ‘Sundown’ — commonly called Sundown Coneflower — is a long-blooming perennial valued for its warm apricot to orange flowers that may deepen to rosy or copper tones, all centered by prominent dark cones, appearing from early summer into fall. Dark green, slightly coarse foliage forms a sturdy clump and remains attractive through the season, sometimes developing muted tones in fall. Its upright, well-branched habit and glowing, sunset-like color make it a standout in borders and pollinator plantings.

Mature Size:
Width: 18–24 in
Height: 24–30 in

USDA Zones: 4a–9b
Light: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained soils; tolerant of poor, sandy, or rocky conditions
Water: Low to moderate; drought tolerant once established
Wildlife: Attracts bees, butterflies, and songbirds (seed heads)

Features & Landscape Uses:
Form: Upright, clump-forming perennial with strong, branching stems
Excellent for borders, mass plantings, pollinator gardens, and cut flower use
Warm, changing tones provide dynamic summer color
Long bloom period ensures continuous interest
Deer resistant and low maintenance

Maintenance:
Deadhead to extend blooming or leave seed heads for winter interest
Cut back in late fall or early spring
Divide clumps every few years if needed

Plant type

Perennial

Height

24-30"

Width

18-24"

Hardiness zones

4–9

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Fast

Bloom time

Early Fall, Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Summer

Flower color

Orange

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Green

Attracts

Butterflies

Soil

Sandy, Well Drained

Landscape use

Container, Mass Planting, Rock Garden

Shape

Clumping, Upright

Fragrant

Yes

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No