Sunseekers™ Sweet Fuchsia Coneflower
Echinacea × ‘Ifecssswfu’ PP 35,709
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Sunseekers™ Sweet Fuchsia Coneflower highlights at a glance!
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Brand
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Botanical Name
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Growing Zones4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
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Mature Height
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Mature Spread
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Moisture
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Soil
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Growth RateMedium
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Flower Color
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Pruning Time
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Bloom PeriodSummer, Fall
Growing Zones
Add a bold burst of magenta to your summer garden with the SunSeekers™ Sweet Fuchsia Coneflower (Echinacea 'Sweet Fuchsia'). This compact, reblooming perennial packs serious color into a small space with its rich fuchsia-pink petals and glowing coppery-orange, raised central cone. A prolific bloomer from early summer through fall, this sweet Coneflower attracts butterflies, bees, and admiring glances!
Just 18 to 24 inches tall and 16 inches wide, it fits beautifully into containers, borders, and pollinator patches where color and performance are key. The upright growth habit forms a neat clump of dark green, lance-shaped foliage that serves as a tidy backdrop for the long-lasting blooms. Supported by strong, sturdy stems, the flowers stand tall and proud without flopping.
This plant's fibrous root system adapts well to a wide variety of soils, and its blooms emerge steadily throughout summer, especially when spent flowers are removed. Its compact form and exceptional flowering power make it a must-have for sunny gardens with limited space.
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Key Features
- Vivid fuchsia-pink petals with copper-orange cone
- Reblooming habit from early summer through fall
- Compact size: 18-24" tall and 16" wide
- Butterfly and bee magnet
- Deer-resistant and heat-tolerant
Landscaping Uses
This compact Coneflower delivers dazzling color and charm to every corner of the landscape. Coneflowers like this have long symbolized healing, resilience, and wild beauty. SunSeekers™ Sweet Fuchsia continues that legacy with brighter color and better garden performance across many U.S. climates.
- Small-space yards, Rock Gardens, and urban gardens
- Patio containers and raised beds
- Pollinator-magnet and great in butterfly gardens
- Mixed perennial borders and Cottage Gardens
- Cut flower arrangements
Care & Maintenance
This herbaceous perennial is low-maintenance and built to thrive in sunny, dry spots where other flowers may falter. Inspired by native North American Echinacea, this hybrid variety is not only beautiful but also tough and dependable in USDA zones 4 through 9.
- Planting Time: Spring or fall
- Sun Requirements: Full sun preferred; tolerates light shade
- Soil Requirements: Well-drained soil; handles sandy, rocky, or average garden soil
- Moisture Needs: Moderate to low; use the Finger Test to check soil moisture
- Arborist Mulch: Add a 3-4 inch layer of arborist mulch to preserve moisture and keep roots cool
- Fertilization Needs: Feed in spring with compost or a balanced perennial fertilizer
- Pruning Info: Deadhead spent blooms to promote reblooming; trim back stems in late fall or early spring
- Division Info: Divide clumps every 3-4 years to rejuvenate and share
- Special Perks/Growing Tips:
- Resistant to deer and pests
- Drought-tolerant
- Cold-hardy and heat-tolerant
Fall for Fuchsia Blooms All Summer Long
Add pop and pollinator power to your garden with SunSeekers™ Sweet Fuchsia Coneflower, compact, colorful, and carefree. Order your SunSeekers™ Sweet Fuchsia Coneflower and let vibrant magenta blooms light up your summer garden from naturehills.com!
