PowWow® Wild Berry Coneflower

Echinacea purpurea 'Pas702917'

Nature Hills Nursery

Compact PowWow® Wild Berry Blooms Non-Stop Summer Through Fall Without Deadheading
Cold Hardy: Thrives in Zones 3-9
Grows 1-2 ft Tall, 1 ft Wide
Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Heat Tolerant
Native, Pollinator-Friendly - Attracts Bees and Butterflies

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Planting & Care

Where to Plant

Sunlight: Give this coneflower full sun, meaning at least 6 hours of direct light daily. While it can handle a little light shade, full sun produces the sturdiest stems and the most vibrant magenta-purple blooms.
Soil: Plant in well-drained soil to prevent root rot, as coneflowers hate having "wet feet" during winter. If you have heavy clay, amend it with compost to improve drainage or choose a raised planting spot.

Watering Requirements

Keep the soil consistently moist but not soggy during the first growing season to help the taproot establish deep into the ground. Once established, this plant is quite drought tolerant, though giving it a drink during long dry spells keeps the foliage lush and bloom production high.

Pruning Tips

You have two options for pruning: deadhead spent blooms in summer to encourage fresh flowers, or leave the seed heads on for winter interest and to feed goldfinches. In early spring, cut the entire plant back to about 2 to 3 inches above the ground to make room for the new season's growth.

Fertilizer Needs

Apply a light sprinkling of a balanced, slow-release granular fertilizer in early spring as new green leaves emerge. Avoid heavy fertilization or high-nitrogen formulas, as rich soil often causes coneflowers to grow leggy and flop over rather than staying compact and upright.

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Under $50	$9.99
$50 - $99.99	$14.99
$100 - $149.99	$16.99
$150 - $198.99	$24.99
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Understanding Our Container Sizes

At Nature Hills, our plants are sold in industry-standard nursery containers. You will notice we use the word "container" rather than "gallon." Container numbers follow a nursery trade size standard, not liquid volume. The number tells you the plant's size category and general maturity level. A larger container means a more established plant with a stronger root system.

Container Sizes

Quart

Plant age: 6 months to 1 year
Best for: Ground covers, perennials, ornamental grasses
What to expect: Our smallest and most affordable size. Well-suited for planting in multiples across a large area. Allow 1 to 2 seasons for full establishment.

#1 Container

Plant age: 1 to 2 years
Best for: Shrubs, perennials, smaller trees
What to expect: About the size of a large coffee can. A well-developed root system in a manageable size. Good value choice when you have time to let the plant grow into the space over a season or two.

#2 Container

Plant age: 2 to 3 years
Best for: Shrubs and trees where you want faster establishment
What to expect: A noticeable step up from a #1 in both plant size and root development. Good choice when you want visible presence without going to a larger size.

#3 Container

Plant age: 3 to 4 years
Best for: Most plants, most situations — flowering trees, shade trees, evergreen shrubs
What to expect: Our most popular size. Strong, developed root system. Plants in a #3 container make an immediate visual impact from day one. If you want a head start rather than waiting seasons for a plant to fill in, this is typically the right choice.

#5 Container and Larger

Plant age: 4 to 5+ years
Best for: Specimen plants, privacy screens, maximum instant impact
What to expect: Large, mature plants ready to make an immediate statement in your landscape. We also carry #7 and larger sizes for select varieties.

Why "Container" and Not "Gallon"?

Nursery container sizes follow an industry trade standard established for the nursery and horticulture industry. The number is a size designation, not a measurement of liquid volume. Actual soil volume varies by plant type, root mass, and growing medium. Using "container" is the accurate industry term. When you see #1, #2, or #3, think of it as the plant's size tier, not a gallon measurement.

Root Pouch Containers

Some Nature Hills plants arrive in a Root Pouch, a breathable fabric container made from 100% recycled materials. Root Pouches encourage denser root development through air pruning, which discourages root circling and promotes a stronger, more fibrous root ball at the time of planting.

Plants growing in Root Pouch fabric containers, showing the breathable woven fabric construction

There are two types. Knowing which one you have changes how you plant:

Degradable (brown or tan fabric): Plant the entire pouch directly in the ground. The fabric breaks down naturally in the soil over time.
Non-degradable (black or gray fabric): Remove the pouch before planting. Cut the bottom open with scissors, then peel the sides away. The fibrous root ball will hold its shape.

Not sure which type you have? Check the tag on your plant or contact us and we will confirm.

Full Root Pouch planting guide

Choosing the Right Size

Size	Plant Age	Best For
Quart	6 mo to 1 yr	Ground covers, perennials, grasses. Budget-friendly for mass plantings.
#1 Container	1 to 2 yrs	Shrubs, perennials, small trees. Value choice for patient gardeners.
#2 Container	2 to 3 yrs	Shrubs and trees where you want faster establishment.
#3 Container	3 to 4 yrs	Most plants. Immediate visual impact. Our most popular size.
#5 and larger	4+ yrs	Specimen plants, privacy screens, maximum instant impact.

Still not sure which size is right for your project? Our plant specialists are happy to help. Contact us and we will point you in the right direction.

Plant specifications
Plant Characteristics	Cold hardy, Low Maintenance, Native, Flowering, Reblooming, Deer-resistant, Clay Tolerant, Heat Tolerant, Drought resistant, Attracts Butterflies, Attracts pollinators, Container Friendly
Hardiness Zone	3a, 3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b
Sunlight	Full sun
Height	1-2 ft
Width	1 ft
Watering Needs	Moderate
Preferred Soil	Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Peaty, Sandy
Growth Rate	Moderate
Growth Habit	Bushy, Compact, Upright
Blooms In	Fall, Summer
Flower Color	Pink
Foliage Color	Green
Native	Yes
Suitable Space	Outdoors
Plant Name	Echinacea
Botanical Name	Echinacea purpurea 'Pas702917'
Species	purpurea
Cultivar	Pas702917
Class	Asterales
Does Not Ship To	AK, HI, ID, MT, PR

Add these incredible, long-lasting blooms to your landscape for an easy shot of bright color. Even a single plant in a patio container will bring a cheery look. You'll love them so much, you're sure to want more! Go big with the petite PowWow® Wild Berry Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea 'Pas702917')!

Neither the bright orange, spiky cone, nor the unique shade of purple-pink-bubblegum petals will fade despite heat and sun. You'll enjoy these hardy, yet sweet little charmers for months from summer through to fall. You won't be the only one! Watch and enjoy the dancing butterflies as they sip nectar from these flowers.

These plants are compact but deliver a huge amount of flower power. With a good branch structure, each proud bloom is held aloft on sturdy stems. The flowers just keep coming! PowWow® Wild Berry is an improved version of the beloved native Echinacea. Add cut blooms to wonderful flower arrangements. Go wild with your designs, as these blooms can handle a lot of different styles.

You can't go wrong with these low-maintenance, high-impact plants! Be sure to leave several of the spent spikey seedheads at the end of the season to remain. They'll catch the light, fluffy snow in wintertime. You'll gain winter interest and local birds will get to eat from the dried seed heads. Win-win!

PowWow® Wild Berry Coneflower adapts to just about any climate in the U.S., thriving throughout USDA planting zones 3 to 9, laughing at extreme drought, heat, cold, and humidity. It should perform beautifully for you in your garden, container, border, and vase all season long!

Planting and Application:

Have you ever heard that pink light bulbs are used in elegant restaurants because they make everyone's skin look fabulous? That same trick works for plants! This special shade of pinky-purple works beautifully in just about any color pot, including orange or purple. The hues will pick up on that underlying tone in the petals!

Of course, PowWow® looks great in neutral-colored pots, too. A perfect choice for an incredible "Thrillers" in containers, you'll be amazed at the versatility of this small perennial. Try planting up several matching containers along your patio or front walk, or jazz things up with a mixed collection of glazed planters placed in a triangle near your front entrance.

Style them as you like, too. Dress them up with high-end Roses, or let their true prairie roots shine forth by adding them to Cut Flower Gardens, Cottage Gardens, a must-have for the mixed Butterfly Garden with spring and early summer flowering perennials. Create an eye-catching garden border with their partners, the PowWow® White Coneflower, adding a color contrast.

The PowWow® line is a great height for use throughout the landscape. It can be used as a facer or edging plant to liven up the look of mature evergreens. It creates a fantastic colorful backdrop to smaller plants and groundcovers.

Tolerating harsh locations in the sun, handling poor soil, and periodic drought, making them fantastic in the hell-strip along the road or sidewalk, in Rock Gardens, or in a Xeric garden with Prairie Grasses and other prairie wildflowers. Include them in your Fire-Wise landscaping plan!

With their well-branched stems, a mass planting of these long-blooming plants will become a fabulous focal point. Business owners, this selection will turn heads right to your front door! Fill a wide, open area with a mass planting of these easy-peasy herbaceous perennials. Space them 12 inches apart on center, measuring from the center of one to the center of the next.

Beautiful Purple Flowers
Improved Native Cultivar Perennial
Stays Small & Compact
Long-Lasting Cut Flowers & Winter Interest
Wonderful Nectar Source for Butterflies & Beneficial Pollinators
Birds Enjoy the Seed Heads
Sun Beds & Borders, Patio Planters, Xeric & Fire-Wise Landscaping

#ProPlantTips for Care:

Once these sun-loving plants are established in your yard, the hard work is over. They are great for new and busy gardeners and are easy to grow, even in poor soils. If you want the best performance, you will need to give them plenty of sunshine. They'll need at least 6 hours of full sun a day.

These herbaceous perennials need well-drained soil. Although they will be relatively drought tolerant, you'll get more blooms with a regular schedule of medium water. Other than that, PowWow® Wild Berry Coneflowers are almost maintenance-free. Echinacea is a native species that does well in most of the country with very little care!

Snip plenty of blooms and take them inside for spicy flower arrangements. It's a great way to deadhead the fading or spent blooms and encourage a new flush to follow right along behind it. In early spring, if you've left your perennial plantings to stand over the winter, just snip the stalks back down to an inch above ground level.

Carefree & Durable Full Sun Perennial
Tolerates Heat, Humidity & Poor Soils
Needs Well-Drained Soil
Moderate to Low Moisture
Deadhead Spent Flowers & Prune In Spring
Cold Hardy & Widely Adaptable

Super hardy and easy to grow, make room for the PowWow® Wild Berry Coneflower in your garden this year. Garden designers rely on Nature Hills for high-quality plant material. Order PowWow® Wild Berry Coneflower today and be confident! You've made an excellent choice!

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Frequently Asked Questions

What USDA hardiness zones is PowWow Wild Berry Coneflower suitable for?

PowWow Wild Berry Coneflower thrives in USDA zones 3-9, adapting to nearly any U.S. climate. This hardy perennial handles extreme drought, heat, cold, and humidity with ease. Plant it confidently whether you're gardening in Minnesota or Georgia.

What is the mature height and width of PowWow Wild Berry Coneflower?

PowWow Wild Berry Coneflower reaches 12-16 inches tall and 14-18 inches wide at maturity. These compact perennials pack maximum flower power into a small footprint, making them perfect for containers or front borders. Shop at Nature Hills for this improved native that thrives in zones 3-9.

Does PowWow Wild Berry Coneflower grow well in my planting zone (e.g., zone 3 or 9)?

PowWow Wild Berry Coneflower thrives in USDA zones 3-9, adapting to virtually any U.S. climate. This hardy perennial handles extreme drought, heat, cold, and humidity with ease. Plant with confidence knowing it will perform beautifully in your specific zone.

What are the full care requirements for PowWow Wild Berry Coneflower, including watering and soil needs?

PowWow Wild Berry Coneflower thrives in USDA zones 3-9 and tolerates extreme drought, heat, cold, and humidity with minimal care. Plant in well-draining soil and water regularly during establishment, then reduce frequency as it becomes drought-tolerant. Deadhead spent blooms for continuous flowering through fall, but leave some seedheads for winter interest and bird food.

How much sun does PowWow Wild Berry Coneflower require—full sun or part shade?

PowWow Wild Berry Coneflower thrives in full sun, where its purple-pink petals and bright orange cone won't fade despite intense heat. This hardy perennial laughs at extreme conditions across zones 3-9. Plant in your sunniest spot for maximum blooms from summer through fall, available at naturehills.com.

What pests and diseases affect PowWow Wild Berry Coneflower, and how to manage them?

PowWow Wild Berry Coneflower is remarkably disease and pest resistant, rarely experiencing serious issues. Occasional aphids or powdery mildew may appear in humid conditions, but good air circulation and avoiding overhead watering prevents most problems. Remove any affected foliage promptly and enjoy this low-maintenance perennial's natural hardiness.

Does PowWow Wild Berry Coneflower need deadheading, or does it bloom continuously without it?

PowWow Wild Berry Coneflower blooms continuously without deadheading, producing flowers from summer through fall. The flowers just keep coming on their own thanks to the plant's improved genetics and good branch structure. For best performance, simply leave spent seedheads at season's end for winter interest and bird food.