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Echinacea 'Tequila Sunrise'
Echinacea
Echinacea 'Tequila Sunrise': 60 cm high and 40 cm spread, sun exposure. Yellow, golden, red flowers in June-October. Zone 4; choose soil compatible with its moisture needs.
- Exposure
- Sun
- Life cycle
- Hardy perennial
- Hardiness
- Zone 4
Discover the plant
Common nameEchinacea 'Tequila Sunrise'
FamilyAsteraceae
GenusEchinacea
CultivarTequila Sunrise
TypeHardy perennial
Botanical nameEchinacea
Echinacea ‘Tequila Sunrise’, known in the garden as Coneflower ‘Tequila Sunrise’, combines yellow, gold, and red blossoms with an easy-to-place volume in the composition. The foliage displays shades of green, to be highlighted among different textures. The usual flowering period is June-October. Its size of 60 cm by 40 cm reserves it a place in the middle of flowerbeds and group plantings, without forgetting the space for neighboring plants.
To install Coneflower ‘Tequila Sunrise’, look for the following exposure: sun and suitable soil (drained garden soil, retaining moderate moisture during installation). Support the rooting of Coneflower ‘Tequila Sunrise’ with deep watering, then check the moisture before watering again. Adjust the frequency to rain and heat; avoid small daily waterings on already moist soil. Spacing of about 40 cm between centers is a starting point, to be adjusted according to observed vigor. The indicated hardiness zone is zone 4, to be assessed according to your garden's conditions.
The maintenance of Coneflower ‘Tequila Sunrise’ mainly relies on observing the clump: keep healthy leaves after flowering; leave a few flower heads for winter texture or remove them for a tidier appearance. Coneflowers appreciate an aerated crown and effective drainage, especially during late winter thaws. For associations, consider daylilies, perennial geraniums, campanulas in varieties with similar needs. Keep its 60 cm height in mind to place shorter plants on the correct side and allow flowers to be visible during June-October.
Planting guide
From planting to establishment.
Spacing / density
15.75 in
Best planting time
Spring after the thaw or early autumn, allowing the roots to settle before the severe cold.
Propagation
Division of clumps; root cuttings. Sowing does not guarantee the fidelity of a named cultivar.
Growing method
Echinacea ‘Tequila Sunrise’: Spring after the thaw or early fall, allowing the roots time to establish before the severe cold. Promote rooting of Echinacea ‘Tequila Sunrise’ with deep waterings, then check soil moisture before re-watering. Adjust the frequency according to rain and heat; avoid small daily waterings on already moist soil. Echinaceas appreciate an aerated crown and effective drainage, especially during late winter thaws.
Soil and care
The right care,at the right time.
Soil pH
neuter; general indication of the botanical group
Care level
Routine maintenance
Watering
Help Echinacea ‘Tequila Sunrise’ establish by watering deeply, then check the moisture before watering again. Adjust the frequency according to rainfall and heat; avoid small daily waterings on already damp soil.
Soil type
Well-drained garden soil, retaining moderate moisture during installation
Fertilization
Fertilizer for flowering
Moisture
Moderate humidity; water according to the actual state of the root ball
Seasonal care
Echinacea 'Tequila Sunrise': keep healthy leaves after flowering; leave some seed heads for winter texture or remove them for a neater look. During its flowering period (June-October), also look out for damaged stems and neighboring plants that might obscure the clump.
Container growing
A garden,within reach.
Recommended pot size
Stable and perforated container, significantly wider than the root ball; size to be adapted to the format sold and adult development.
To try 'Tequila Sunrise' Echinacea in a container, choose a stable pot with drainage holes, suitable for the root ball and its future spread (40 cm). Water must drain freely after each watering; check the root ball more often than you would in open ground. Plan to protect the container in winter depending on your climate.
Bloom and dimensions
Its place,in your garden.
Mature height
24 inches (61 cm)
Width / spread
16 inches (40.5 cm)
Flower color
Orange
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Lapsed
Growth rate
Fast
Growth habit
Erected
Fragrance
Undocumented for this selection
Bloom period
June-October
Garden associations
In goodcompany.
Companion plants
Possible plant associations for Echinacea ‘Tequila Sunrise’: daylilies, perennial geraniums, campanulas. Choose varieties that tolerate sun and comparable moisture; allow each clump its adult space.
Plants to avoid
Around Echinacea ‘Tequila Sunrise’, above all, avoid neighbors that would cover its leaves or strongly compete with its root ball. Compatibility in terms of light, water, and size takes precedence over a list of so-called enemy plants.
Frequently asked questions
Your questions,answered.
Where to plant Echinacea 'Tequila Sunrise'?
Provide sunshine and well-drained soil (garden soil, retaining moderate moisture during establishment). Echinacea prefer an aerated crown and efficient drainage, particularly during late winter thaws.
Where should I plant Echinacea 'Tequila Sunrise'?
Allow approximately 60 cm in height and 40 cm in width at maturity. Approximately 40 cm between centers, to be adjusted according to the actual development of the clump. This size is suitable for use in the middle of a border and for group plantings.
When does Echinacea 'Tequila Sunrise' bloom?
The period indicated is June-October. The flowers are yellow, golden, and red. The exact date and duration depend on the climate, season, and plant establishment.
How to water and care for Echinacea 'Tequila Sunrise'?
Help ‘Tequila Sunrise’ Echinacea establish itself with deep watering, then check soil moisture before watering again. Adjust the frequency according to rainfall and heat; avoid light daily watering on already moist soil. Keep healthy foliage after flowering; leave some seed heads for winter texture or remove them for a tidier look.
Can Echinacea 'Tequila Sunrise' be grown in pots?
To try Echinacea 'Tequila Sunrise' in a container, choose a stable pot with drainage holes, suitable for the root ball and its future size (40 cm). Water must drain freely after each watering; check the root ball more often than if it were planted in the ground. Plan to protect the container in winter depending on your climate.
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