Echinacea ‘Sombrero Special White Purple’ (Coneflower)

Echinacea Sombrero ‘Special White Purple’ brings sophistication and charm to sunny gardens with its crisp white petals and deep purple central cones. Blooming from mid-summer through to early autumn, this perennial provides long-lasting interest and creates a striking visual contrast in borders, mixed beds, or container plantings. Its upright, tidy habit ensures that each bloom stands proudly above a neat mound of green foliage, giving structure and elegance to any garden design.

This variety is highly pollinator-friendly, attracting bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects, supporting a lively and ecologically rich garden. At the same time, it is naturally resistant to deer, and rabbits generally avoid it, making it a practical and resilient choice for gardeners who want beauty without compromise.

To encourage prolonged flowering, deadheading after the first wave of blooms promotes fresh growth and keeps the display vibrant throughout the summer. Its compact, bushy habit also makes it ideal for container planting, where it can act as a focal point or complement other perennials.

Thriving in full sun with well-drained soil, Sombrero ‘Special White Purple’ is hardy, low-maintenance, and drought-tolerant once established. Echinacea Sombrero ‘Special White Purple’ combines unique colour, wildlife value, and long-lasting charm, making it a standout addition to any sunny garden.