Coming from the Greek word for hedgehog due to its spiny, unique center, Echinacea, or coneflower, has always been one of my favorite perennials. The plant's overabundance of summer-blooming flowers ...

Echinacea, more often called by its common name, coneflower, is a hot pick when it comes to choosing native plants. And they are loved by birds, bees, butterflies and songbirds. These tough perennials ...

Pink and red echinacea in garden. - Imagine Saturations/Getty Images Coneflowers (Echinacea) are perennials that offer weeks of color from early summer through early autumn. But they have benefits ...

Louisiana gardeners have been growing the coneflower, or Echinacea purpurea, for years. It’s a tough, resilient plant that’s extremely attractive to butterflies, LSU AgCenter horticulturist Dan Gill ...

Fall perennials such and peonies and irises only reach only their full potential after a winter spent establishing their roots. Spring gets all the attention for bringing new blooms and fresh leaves ...

The vibrant petals and towering stalks of sunflowers make a major statement in any landscape. Pairing them with the right companion plants creates a garden that flourishes via natural compatibility.