- USDA Hardiness Zones 4-8
- Height 12-16 Inches Tall
- Spread 16-18 Inches Wide
- Full Sun
- Previously known as Lakota Fire Coneflower
Looking for a colorful perennial that’s perfect for small spaces? Give the Summersong Firefinch Echinacea Coneflower a try. Thriving in nearly any climate, these plants require minimal maintenance and can be used in a variety of landscaping plans. This gardener-favorite is also known for its pleasant, fragrant flowers.
Approximately 16” tall with a spread of 16”-18”, the Firefinch’s flowers feature shades of reddish-orange and pinkish red, along with green foliage. Native to North America, you can expect colorful blooms in the summer and fall. It’s very versatile, as it can be used as a border plant, in mass plantings, a container, or landscaping. It can also go solo and looks great as a cut or dried flower.
Summersong Firefinch Coneflower Care
Care is relatively simple, as the Summersong Firefinch has few needs. Make sure the plant is situated in an area with adequate drainage – overly saturated soil can be very harmful to the plant’s development. These perennials flourish under ample amounts of sunlight, so opt for planting in uncovered areas. Additionally, the plant needs an average amount of water initially, but is drought-resistant once its growth is established.
Summersong Firefinch Coneflower Spacing
For growing in a mass planting, or container, allow 16-18” of space for each individual plant.
Summersong Firefinch Coneflower Information
USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-8 |
Flower Color(s): Red |
Bloom Period: Summer to Fall |
Foliage Color(s): Green |
Light Exposure: Partial Sun to Full Sun |
Height Class: Short |
Height: 12-16 Inches |
Spread: 16-18 Inches |
Spacing: 16-18 Inches |
Habit: Upright |
Watering: Average |
Drought Tolerant: Yes |
Resists: Deer |
Attracts: Hummingbirds & Butterflies |
Features: Drought; Long Blooming; Fragrant Flower |
Scientific Name: Echinacea purpurea 'G0052Y' USPPAF, US Utility US7,982,110 |
Common Name: Summersong Firefinch Echinacea Coneflower |
Other Name(s): American Coneflower, Lakota Fire |
Brand: Proven Winners |
- SKU:
- ECHLS
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts

2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts

#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts

#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons

#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons

#5 Pot
Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons

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Pre-Ordered Plants
Pre-ordered plants are scheduled to ship in Spring 2025. We carefully plan our shipping dates based on your USDA Plant Hardiness Zone to ensure optimal planting conditions upon arrival. Want it sooner/later? Reach out, and we'll try our best to accommodate.
Estimated Spring Shipping Schedule
Estimated ship week for pre-ordered plants will ship based on growing zones as shown below.
Growing Zone | Estimated Ship Week |
---|---|
Zone 10 | March 24th |
Zone 9 | March 31st |
Zone 8 | April 7th |
Zone 7 | April 14th |
Zone 6b | April 21st |
Zone 6a | April 28th |
Zone 5b | May 5th |
Zone 5a | May 12th |
Zone 4 | May 19th |
Zone 3 | May 26th |
Note: These are only estimated ship dates. Plants may ship out later depending on weather & growing conditions of the plant.
Note: Only plants indicated as pre-order will ship as shown above. All other plants and hard goods will ship as normal.
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