Echinacea 'After Midnight'

Hybrid Coneflower

Echinacea ‘After Midnight’ — commonly called After Midnight Coneflower — is a compact, long-blooming perennial valued for its rich, deep rose-purple flowers with prominent dark cones that appear from early to late summer, often extending into early 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 strong stems make it excellent for both garden display and cutting.

Mature Size:
Width: 18–24 in
Height: 18–24 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 gardens
Long bloom period provides consistent summer color
Seed heads add winter interest if left standing
Deer resistant and low maintenance

Maintenance:
Deadhead to extend bloom 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

18-24''

Width

18-24"

Hardiness zones

4–9

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Fast

Bloom time

Early Summer, Late Spring, Summer

Flower color

Purple

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Green

Soil

Loamy, Well Drained

Landscape use

Mass Planting

Shape

Clump, Upright

Drought tolerant

Yes