Echinacea purpurea 'Lemon Drop' - 2026

Echinacea purpurea 'Lemon Drop' is a captivating perennial that adds a refreshing splash of colour to any garden. This cultivar features fully double, dome-shaped flowers with pale green to creamy-white ray petals encircling a prominent lime-green central cone. The blooms are held atop strong, well-branched stems, creating a bushy, upright habit that adds structure and interest to borders, rock gardens, or patio containers. Flowering from midsummer through to early autumn, 'Lemon Drop' provides extended colour and attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies, enhancing garden biodiversity.

Preferring full sun and well-drained soil, 'Lemon Drop' is drought-tolerant once established and relatively low-maintenance. Regular deadheading encourages prolonged blooming, while leaving some seed heads provides winter interest and food for birds. This cultivar pairs beautifully with grasses, rudbeckias, and salvias, adding a touch of elegance to perennial borders or mixed garden beds. With its unique appearance and ecological benefits, 'Lemon Drop' is a valuable addition to any garden.