Coneflower

About this plant

Echinacea purpurea 'Butterfly Rainbow Marcella' is a truly exceptional coneflower, celebrated for its robust flowering and captivating color changes. Its daisy-like flowers emerge in rich shades of orange and red, gradually transitioning through various pinks and purples as they mature, creating a dynamic and ever-evolving display in your landscape. This variety is an excellent choice for adding continuous summer color and an invaluable asset for attracting beneficial wildlife. Beyond its stunning aesthetic appeal, 'Butterfly Rainbow Marcella' is remarkably resilient and low-maintenance. Its strong stems hold the vibrant blooms upright, making it a fantastic cut flower for cheerful indoor arrangements. Plant in masses for a breathtaking visual impact or integrate into mixed borders for a lively and diverse garden tapestry. Bred for impressive performance, this coneflower ensures season-long enjoyment. It thrives in sunny conditions and is a drought-tolerant perennial once established, making it a smart and sustainable choice for both avid gardeners and those seeking easy-care beauty.

Installation timing

When we're in season, outside of the winter months, our goal is to get your plants installed within about two weeks. That window gives us enough time to secure your plants from our supplier and find a spot on the schedule. Throughout the process we stay in touch through notifications and your existing client portal on the main A Cut Above website, which is separate from this landscaping plants shop.

Care & maintenance

Requires minimal care. Deadhead spent blooms to encourage new growth and prolong flowering. Divide clumps every 3-4 years in spring or fall to maintain vigor. Fertilize sparingly in spring with a balanced perennial fertilizer if desired.

Watering suggestions

Proper watering is the single most important factor in your plant's survival after installation. Newly installed plants have a limited root system and rely on you for consistent moisture while they establish.

• First 2 weeks: Water deeply every day (or every other day in cooler, wet weather), soaking the root ball and surrounding soil.
• Weeks 3–12: Water deeply 2–3 times per week, adjusting for rain, heat, and soil drainage.
• After establishment: Water deeply about once a week during the growing season, and more often in extreme heat or drought.
• How to check: Stick a finger 2–3 inches into the soil near the roots — if it's dry, it's time to water. Deep, less-frequent watering encourages strong roots; shallow daily sprinkles do not.
• Avoid: Overwatering (soggy, waterlogged soil) is just as harmful as underwatering and can drown roots.

Watering needs vary by plant, season, soil, and exposure. Because proper watering is the customer's responsibility after installation, please make sure you understand and can follow these suggestions before ordering.

Good to know: plants and trees purchased from and installed by A Cut Above include a one-year limited warranty from the date of installation. Because plant survival depends heavily on proper watering and care after installation, losses caused by improper care, neglect, animal or chemical damage, or extreme weather are not covered, and we must be given the chance to inspect a struggling plant before it's removed or replaced. Coverage is one replacement per plant. Read our warranty info.