Magnus Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea 'Magnus'): Bold and beautiful native perennial with oversized rose-pink petals, golden cones, and long summer blooms. A pollinator favorite and garden essential!
Echinacea purpurea 'Magnus' – Magnus Coneflower
The ‘Magnus’ Coneflower is a garden superstar with massive, rose-pink petals that radiate from a central copper-orange cone. This easy-to-grow native perennial blooms heavily from mid-summer to fall and attracts bees, butterflies, and birds.
Tolerant of heat, drought, poor soil, and urban pollution, it’s an ideal low-maintenance choice for sunny landscapes, pollinator gardens, and borders. The long-lasting blooms are perfect for cutting, too!
- Bold, rose-purple blooms with golden cones
- Attracts butterflies and pollinators
- Full sun & drought-tolerant
- Low-maintenance native perennial
- ✂️ Excellent cut flowers
Bonus: It’s deer resistant and thrives in tough conditions!
Growing Zones: 3–9 outdoors
| Mature Height: | 2–3 ft. |
| Sunlight: | Full Sun |
| Mature Width: | 1.5–2 ft. |
| Botanical Name: | Echinacea purpurea 'Magnus' |
| Growth Rate: | Moderate |
| Flower Color: | Rose-purple with orange cone |
| Type: | Perennial |
FAQ's
How long does it bloom?
Magnus Coneflower blooms from mid-summer into fall, often for up to 8–10 weeks.
Will it come back every year?
Yes! It’s a hardy perennial that returns bigger and better each year.
Do I need to deadhead it?
Deadheading can extend blooming, but leaving seed heads also feeds birds in fall and winter.
Is it good for containers?
Yes, use large containers in sunny spots for a burst of color and pollinator action.
Is it deer resistant?
Yes, coneflowers are usually avoided by deer due to their texture and aroma.
