Echinacea ‘Cheyenne Spirit’ is a vibrant, seed-grown coneflower mix developed for bold, varied flower colors ranging from red, orange, and pink to yellow and cream. This non-native cultivar blend grows 18 to 30 inches tall and blooms profusely from early summer through fall on upright, branching stems. While it offers excellent visual impact and long bloom time, the complex hybridization behind ‘Cheyenne Spirit’ may reduce its usefulness to specialist pollinators compared to true native species.

Why choose ‘Cheyenne Spirit’ Coneflower:

• Mixed flower colors: A vivid mix of warm-toned blooms on one plant

• Long bloom time: Flowers from early summer into fall with minimal care

• Compact and upright: Great for borders, containers, and colorful mass plantings

Cultivating tips:

• Sun exposure: Requires full sun for strong flowering and form

• Soil needs: Prefers well-drained soils; drought-tolerant once established

• Maintenance: Deadhead for tidiness; leave seed heads for winter interest and birds

Designs for your garden:

• Pollinator beds: Bright, long-lasting blooms attract butterflies and bees

• Mixed borders: Combines easily with grasses and other perennials

• Urban gardens: Compact habit works well in small-space or container settings

Ecological considerations:

• Non-native cultivar mix: May offer reduced pollen/nectar compared to native species

• Less host plant value: Does not support specialist insects as native coneflowers do

• Best used with natives: Combine with true natives to support ecological diversity

Looking for native alternatives?

Echinacea purpurea – Purple Coneflower: A true native with lavender-pink petals and strong support for native pollinators and birds.
Rudbeckia fulgida – Black-Eyed Susan: A reliable native perennial with bright yellow petals and high ecological value.
Heliopsis helianthoides – Ox Eye Sunflower: A long-blooming native with daisy-like golden flowers that thrive in sunny gardens and meadows.