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Pale purple coneflower

(Echinacea pallida)

 

Pale purple coneflower differs from the widely cultivated purple coneflower by narrow flower rays that droop downward. Look for it on the wildflower trail in late spring or early summer. Purple coneflower (Echinacea purpurea) is widely available at local plant nurseries, but gardeners will likely have to consult prairie nurseries or native plant sales to find pale purple coneflower.