Echinacea ‘Sombrero Special Yellow Red’ (Coneflower)

Echinacea Sombrero ‘Special Yellow Red’ transforms sunny borders, mixed beds, and containers with its eye-catching combination of bright yellow and fiery red blooms. Flowering from mid-summer through to early autumn, it offers long-lasting colour and a vibrant, lively display that adds energy and interest to any garden planting. Each bloom is carried on upright stems above tidy green foliage, creating a structured yet natural look that complements both formal and informal garden designs.

This variety is highly pollinator-friendly, attracting bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects, supporting biodiversity while adding life and movement to the garden. At the same time, it is naturally resistant to deer, and rabbits generally avoid it, making it a practical choice for gardeners seeking resilient, low-maintenance colour.

To extend the flowering season, deadheading after the first blooms encourages a second wave of flowers, ensuring a continuous display of its striking dual tones. With its compact, tidy habit, Sombrero ‘Special Yellow Red’ is perfect for both container planting and sunny borders, where it can act as a focal point or complement other perennials.

Thriving in full sun with well-drained soil, this hardy and drought-tolerant coneflower brings bold colour, ecological value, and effortless charm, making it a must-have for summer gardens